Podcast appearances and mentions of Steve Yzerman

97.1 The Ticket presents a collection of discussions surrounding the widening rift between Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin. Hear the breakdown from Costa & Jansen, Karsch & Anderson, and The Valenti Show as the guys debate whether Yzerman is playing "full spite" or just out of touch with the modern NHL. Plus, the crew debates if a blockbuster trade is the only option left. That and more on Best Of Red Wings on 97.1 The Ticket!

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The guys pivot briefly away from their honoring of Kenny Kott to discuss the moves Steve Yzerman made (or didn't make) during the NHL Draft and his ensuing comments to the media.

A few more of the people get involved in the Yzerman/Red Wings conversation.

Valenti and Rico opened the second hour with some more sentiments regarding the passing of Kenny Kott. Then, they tried their best to retain a sense of normalcy on the show with a conversation about Steve Yzerman's recent comments to the media and the moves he made (or did not make) at the NHL Entry Draft.

BONUS EPISODE - tune into this mini-episode to hear our reactions & analysis as Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings traded goaltender Sebastian Cossa to the Utah Mammoth in exchange for a 2026 1st round pick, and then drafted Michigan-commit JP Hurlbert 23rd overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft - live as it happened (forgive the mayhem)! What does this mean for Hockeytown's future? Does Hurlbert fill the Red Wings' need? Was he a worthwhile trade for Sebastian Cossa? Can he be an effective, high-skill top 6 winger alongside Raymond, DeBrincat, Kasper, & Hockeytown's upcoming prospects? What is his offensive upside, and who are his NHL comparables? Tune in to find out, and let us know what you think of the pick! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

Mike and Rico continue their Yzerman/Larkin conversation and take a slightly different angle concerning whether Alex DeBrincat could be on the way out too.

The guys began the show with their immediate thoughts on a report from NHL Insider Pierre LeBrun throwing cold water on any smoke regarding Dylan Larkin getting traded any time soon. They discussed the potential ramifications if this news turns out to be true and what the perception will be in Detroit about both Steve Yzerman and Larkin. Then, they finished the hour with an "In Football Today".

Mike and Rico open the final hour trying to decipher what is true and untrue about the Dylan Larkin reports from today.

Valenti and Rico keep the phone lines open for the listeners regarding the 2 Larkin/Red Wings reports they've discussed today.

Mike and Rico react to another Larkin-related report, this one related to interest from the Wild in acquiring him.

The people share Mike and Rico's sentiments regarding Pierre LeBrun's Yzerman report.

Valenti and Rico don't think that Steve Yzerman is serious about trading Dylan Larkin.

Mike and Rico are very disappointed to hear the latest in the Dylan Larkin trade saga.

Valenti and Rico spent the final show of the week discussing the latest on Dylan Larkin and Steve Yzerman's willingness (or unwillingness) to deal his captain. They took multiple different angles on this conversation and reacted to 2 separate reports. Plus, they mixed in some other general football topics before returning to the Red Wings talk to round things out.

This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the NHL trade frenzy & what it means for Dylan Larkin trade rumors as things heat up before the NHL Draft week. Hockeytown news & analysis covers Steve Yzerman's "patience", the Atlantic Division arms race, and a full 2026 draft preview with Tony Ferrari. (00:00) - Intro A random Tuesday turned into a trade deadline that played out like the NBA.  (03:45) - NHL Trade Frenzy Reaction GMs going buck wild after the Brady Tkachuk deal seemingly burst the dam across the league. (06:50) - Dylan Larkin Trade Situation Whether Yzerman's monk-like patience makes sense with the Minnesota Wild & many others sniffing around, the thin center market, and the price only going up. (13:00) - Atlantic Division Outlook Florida, Tampa, Toronto and a stacked Buffalo loading up while Detroit sits in radio silence. (24:10) - Recapping the Trades Ottawa's Eklund return, Chicago's baffling Bowen Byram swing, and Washington's Alex Tuck gamble. (37:20) - Trade Rumors and Jason Robertson Robertson's eye-popping ask, the Alex DeBrincat question, and what a real Larkin return looks like. (48:15) - 2026 Draft Preview with Tony Ferrari McKenna vs. Stenberg at the top, Detroit's pick 47 swings, and which prospects fit a rebuild reset. (1:12:15) - NHL Expansion to Texas, Babcock Returns to Edmonton, and Hall of Fame Class Bettman's $3.5 billion Houston/Austin talk and where this league is headed. Mike Babcock back behind a bench and why it ends in either a Cup or a blaze. Bergeron, Price, Burke get in - and the Henrik Zetterberg and Chris Osgood snubs. (1:24:00) - Overtime Mailbag Patron questions on Cossa's future, Patrick Kane's next deal, and Landon DuPont heading to Michigan. --- Refresh your wardrobe with Quince - go to Quince.com/WINGEDWHEEL for free shipping and 365-day returns! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

Mike and Rico cover a lot of ground in this segment.

Valenti wonders whether the Red Wings can make a Sabres-like move after hypothetically trading away Dylan Larkin.

The guys react to an article by The Athletic that suggests there are other players/assets ranked ahead of Dylan Larkin in terms of desirability.

Mike and Rico put a bow on today's show with some more Pistons thoughts ahead of the second round tonight before diving into how Steve Yzerman might handle the Larkin situation with the NHL Draft in just over 2 days.

Rico had a list of the biggest draft busts in sports history, which he had the guys guess to open the third hour. They continued their reactions to this list into the second segment and wrapped up the hour with how Steve Yzerman could somehow replicate what the Sabres did the last couple of days.

Who's to blame?

The guys react to the Panthers trading for F Brady Tkachuk.

This Detroit Red Wings podcast further breaks down how Larkin's future hangs over the offseason. Hockeytown news & analysis looks at how the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes built their roster & whether Steve Yzerman can follow that blueprint. (00:00) - Intro The Larkin trade timeline, cottage plans, and the case for circling July dates on the calendar. (05:25) - Hurricanes Win the Cup Carolina's dominant run, Jordan Staal's Conn Smythe, and the most efficient roster-building masterclass in recent memory. (15:30) - Can Detroit Follow Carolina's Model? Why a team with no game-breaking superstar is the most realistic path for the Red Wings, and what has to change in their pro scouting and player philosophy to build around Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond. (30:05) - Theo Rochette Signing A zero-risk ELC flyer out of Switzerland: Grand Rapids Griffins depth or a potential Detroit jersey replacement? (34:35) - Around the NHL Leafs hire Jim Hiller, Tortorella out in Vegas, plus the Kesselring and Ross Colton trades and Vincent Trocheck's representation switch. (47:10) - Prospect Profile: Tynan Lawrence The Boston University center's unique path and the Marco Kasper comparison that has us intrigued and cautious. (52:30) - Prospect Profile: Adam Valentini The Michigan winger in Detroit's backyard who could be a second or third-round target. (59:15) - Overtime Patron Questions & PWHL Detroit The 2027 draft class, Dan Watson's NHL future, buyout odds, and PWHL Detroit's roster building. ~~~~~ Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL  for 60% off your first box! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

Detroit Sports Podcast -- Doc N Jock sports w/ John & Adam This episode -- Why Trajan Langdon has more trust from Detroit fans than Steve Yzerman, Scott Harris! Plus: Detroit Lions minicamp thoughts, the Detroit Tigers are not really a fun team to follow in 2026, why it is time to sell. 

Today the show is being hosted by Dan Hasty, who is the voice of the West Michigan Whitecaps. Throughout the show, Dan was joined by some of our great guests to talk about the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Pistons, Detroit Red Wings, and more. In our first hour, we were joined by Chris Castellani from the Big Play Detroit podcast. He and Dan talked about the Tigers win over the Astros last night, talked about Colt Keith's bat coming alive, gave their thoughts on how good Dillon Dingler has been this season, talked about if they think the Tigers are back in the race or not, and more. We wrapped up the hour talking with Mike Gawlik, who is the new Head Coach of the Grand Rapids Rise. He talked about his connection to Volleyball and how he got the job, talked about the growth of Pro Volleyball, and more. In our second hour, Nate Wangler sat in with Dan so they could talk about the World Cup as well as the Detroit Tigers. Keith Langlois from DetroitPistons.com also joined us so he and Dan could talk about the Pistons in the off-season. They talked about what pieces the Pistons need to go over the top, looked ahead to the NBA Draft, and more. In our final hour, Nick Cotsonika from NHL.com joined us to talk about the Detroit Red Wings. He and Dan gave their thoughts on the Dillon Larkin situation, talked about the teams Larkin wants to go to, talked about Steve Yzerman and the Wings in the off-season, talked about the NHL Finals, and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's another report about Dylan Larkin and the offers the Red Wings are receiving, and the guys react to it to begin the second hour. They wondered what will need to happen if Steve Yzerman cannot make a win-now trade and took your calls on this topic throughout the rest of the hour.

Valenti and Rico discuss a recent report regarding Dylan Larkin's trade request and some potential returns the Red Wings can get for him.

The guys discuss the possibility of the Red Wings having to trade Alex DeBrincat along with Dylan Larkin.

The people respond to Mike and Rico's discussion about the future of Red Wings hockey/Dylan Larkin with Steve Yzerman still at the helm.

Nick Cotsonika from NHL.com joined us to talk about the Detroit Red Wings. He and Dan gave their thoughts on the Dillon Larkin situation, talked about the teams Larkin wants to go to, talked about Steve Yzerman and the Wings in the off-season, talked about the NHL Finals, and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today the show is being hosted by Dan Hasty, who is the voice of the West Michigan Whitecaps. Throughout the show, Dan was joined by some of our great guests to talk about the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Pistons, Detroit Red Wings, and more. In our final hour, Nick Cotsonika from NHL.com joined us to talk about the Detroit Red Wings. He and Dan gave their thoughts on the Dillon Larkin situation, talked about the teams Larkin wants to go to, talked about Steve Yzerman and the Wings in the off-season, talked about the NHL Finals, and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Valenti and Rico share a not-so-positive update to the Dylan Larkin trade request saga.

As rumors swirl about a massive rift between captain Dylan Larkin and GM Steve Yzerman, we break down what a blockbuster trade would actually look like and whether the "Yzer-plan" is officially on thin ice. Dive into the potential landing spots, returning assets, and what this fallout means for the future of Detroit hockey.

As rumors swirl about a massive rift between captain Dylan Larkin and GM Steve Yzerman, we break down what a blockbuster trade would actually look like and whether the "Yzer-plan" is officially on thin ice. Dive into the potential landing spots, returning assets, and what this fallout means for the future of Detroit hockey.

As rumors swirl about a massive rift between captain Dylan Larkin and GM Steve Yzerman, we break down what a blockbuster trade would actually look like and whether the "Yzer-plan" is officially on thin ice. Dive into the potential landing spots, returning assets, and what this fallout means for the future of Detroit hockey.

This chaotic Detroit Red Wings podcast digs into the latest Red Wings trade rumors as Dylan Larkin's trade list potentially expands & Sebastian Cossa's suitors emerge. Hockeytown news and analysis breaks down Yzerman's potential returns from Utah, Dallas, & others, plus the Mike Babcock to Edmonton madness. (00:00) - Intro The Larkin saga, Cossa rumors, Babcock, and a high-octane Stanley Cup Final - what is happening in June? (05:25) - Dylan Larkin's Trade List Maybe Expands Helene St. James reports the initial three teams (Minnesota, Vegas, Florida). Pierre LeBrun follows with Yzerman going back to Pat Brisson to push for more - Dallas, Tampa Bay, and Utah enter the chat. (21:10) - Potential Suitors Breakdown What a Jason Robertson or Mavrik Bourque package from Dallas could look like, why Utah and Montreal might offer the best return, and whether Macklin Celebrini's Sharks should be sniffing around (Misa?). (35:10) - Sebastian Cossa Trade Rumors Edmonton's interest, Kevin Weekes pointing to the Utah Mammoth, and how packaging Cossa with Larkin could bridge the gap to an Eichel-style return (Desnoyers & Iginla, maybe?). (46:05) - Mike Babcock to the Oilers? Daryl Katz, Stan Bowman, and the NHLPA investigation - plus what current and former players really think about Babs returning to a bench. (56:05) - Michael McCarron's Wild Contract Six years, full no-move for a 31-year-old fourth liner. "Wild" Bill Guerin strikes again. (1:02:15) - Stanley Cup Final Carter Hart history, Jordan Staal's acrobatics, and what Rod Brind'Amour does with Frederik Andersen. (1:06:10) - Overtime Mailbag Faith in Steve Yzerman seven years in, Emmitt Finnie's ceiling, and what a Justin Holl trade looks like. --- Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Pierre's Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7349305/2026/06/10/nhl-trades-free-agency-larkin-matthews-werenski/

Detroit Sports Podcast -- Doc N Jock Sports w/ John & Adam This episode -- Dylan Larkin has decided he longer wants to be part of the Detroit Red Wings! Why the situation is a severe disappointment for both sides, how Larkin was not really worthy of being the Captain.Plus: Can DocNJock trust Detroit Tigers again?

Mike and Rico aren't surprised by this news about Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin's (lack of) relationship.

The guys debate which side they're on in the Yzerman/Larkin saga after hearing the latest news regarding the two.

Mike and Rico go to the people on their Larkin/Yzerman topic.

The guys open the phone lines again to hear from more of the people on today's topics.

Mike clears up his lack of what he calls "referendum radio" regarding the Tigers and their recent hot streak. Then, the guys go back to the people on today's topics.

It was reported earlier that Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin aren't on the best of terms and only speak when needed. Mike and Rico discussed if this changes which side they're on with the Red Wings captain's trade request.

This devastated Detroit Red Wings podcast tackles the Dylan Larkin trade request fallout & what comes next for Steve Yzerman. Hockeytown news & analysis breaks down the captain wanting out, Red Wings trade partners as rumors ramp up, & the path forward for an Original 6 franchise in chaos. (00:00) - Intro Recording back in studio after the emergency episode dropped mid-golf trip, with a shoutout to Ken Daniels for hosting the remote setup. (06:00) - Larkin Trade Request Reactions, Hughes and Eichel Comparables & Original Six Captain Standards The initial gut punch and how the past 48 hours have shifted the conversation around Detroit's captain. Why the request is understandable from a human standpoint but to some, inexcusable for the captain of this franchise with five years still left on the deal. Plus, how Quinn Hughes and Jack Eichel trades set the floor for return value, and why Larkin's contract makes him uniquely valuable. Also, why this shouldn't happen to the Red Wings, and where the blame falls on the organization for letting it get here. (24:50) - Trade Return Expectations & Yzerman's Path Forward What a fair package looks like and why Steve Yzerman holds more leverage than people think. And, the two roads ahead, the Alex DeBrincat extension question, and what to do with Patrick Kane. (47:45) - Lucas Raymond at Center? The Logan Stankoven comparison and whether Detroit has to experiment given the lack of a top six pivot. (51:15) - Potential Trade Destinations Utah, Dallas, Montreal, Buffalo, Anaheim, New Jersey, and more breakdowns including names like Hischier, Desnoyers, Iginla, Robertson, Bourque, Hage, and Owen Power. (1:05:35) - Stanley Cup Final Mitch Marner's natural hat trick, Vegas grabbing a 2-1 series lead over Carolina, and Frederik Andersen's struggles. (1:10:55) - Overtime Mailbag Your questions on three-team deals, training camp scenarios, and the floor of a Seider-Raymond core. --- This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

The guys are feeling pretty hopeless regarding a potential Dylan Larkin trade.

Mike and Rico hear from the people on their Dylan Larkin conversation.

Mike and Rico come out of the gates firing with the Larkin trade request conversation.

Mike and Rico hear from the people about their Dylan Larkin conversation.