USA Today’s Kevin Allen compares Dylan Larkin to his peers today, asking Auston Matthews and Jack Eichel to weigh in regarding the Red Wings’ budding star:
Larkin’s game is speed and relentless pursuit of the puck.
“He can fly and still catch players off guard,” Matthews said.
It’s possible that he could net 25-30 goals and push his assist total upward.
“If he gets a little confidence, he will take off,” Eichel said.
Another reason why Larkin is the perfect foundation block is he is a Michigan native. He grew up in the Detroit area when the Red Wings were winning Stanley Cups.
“I see the fans’ perspective – the tweets, comments from friends at home,” Larkin said. “I love the city, love the fans and I want to be successful for them. But it’s different now because I’m on the other, with this group, and I want to win for them, too.”
