Wild GM fires back at Dylan Larkin trade reports after monster offer is leaked

The Minnesota Wild’s pursuit of Detroit Red Wings star Dylan Larkin has been one of the NHL’s most talked-about storylines this fall, until Wild general manager Bill Guerin addressed the swirling reports that grabbed attention this week.

Speaking on WCCO Radio, Guerin pushed back on the narrative that the details of his offer to Detroit are public knowledge. "I know there are reports out there that we've offered him up, but nobody knows what I've offered, except Detroit," Guerin said, referring to prospect Danila Yurov and the reported trade package.

The comments, first shared by NHL.com's Nick Cotsonika, came after insider Elliotte Friedman reported that Minnesota had submitted an offer to Red Wings general manager Shawn Horcoff that reportedly includes Yurov and three first-round draft picks.

Friedman provided this update on the situation: "As it stands right now, Larkin has not increased his list, and [Horcoff has] an offer from Minnesota out there, which we believe is Yurov and 3 firsts. I think the challenge is a lot of those teams on that list can't do it or aren't doing it."

Guerin's pointed remarks suggest he's not thrilled about the specifics of his offer being discussed publicly, even if they come from well-connected sources. His phrasing also leaves open the possibility that the reported package isn't entirely accurate, or that it may have evolved since it was first leaked.

What isn't in dispute is that Minnesota is making a serious bid for Larkin. The 30-year-old centre is an established first-line player with 278 career goals and 649 points across 818 NHL games. He posted 34 goals and 67 points in 2025-26 and carries an $8.7 million cap hit through 2030-31. He’s currently suspended and awaiting a trade.

Yurov, a 22-year-old forward widely regarded as an important part of Minnesota's future, would reportedly be the centrepiece heading back to Detroit. Parting with him, along with multiple first-round selections, would be a substantial investment in Larkin's ability to elevate the Wild's roster immediately.

The situation is further complicated by Larkin's reported unwillingness to expand his list of preferred trade destinations. According to Friedman, several teams on that list either can't or won't match the type of package Minnesota has reportedly put forward, which could limit Detroit's leverage.

Guerin appears content to let the negotiations play out privately, even as the hockey world dissects every reported detail. Whether his frustration with the leaks changes the dynamics of the talks remains to be seen, but the Wild clearly aren't backing away from their pursuit of Larkin.