It’s a notable day when the Red Wings’ captain turns 26 years of age. It’s also kind of cool for me because it would have been my dad’s 75th birthday.

Happy birthday, young man…

Happy birthday, @Dylanlarkin39! 🥳 pic.twitter.com/xpivgZakoC— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) July 30, 2022

Wishing a happy birthday to Dylan Larkin! 🎂🎉@Dylanlarkin39 | #LGRW pic.twitter.com/lMXDPrFEEP— Bally Sports Detroit (@BallySportsDET) July 30, 2022

And happy birthday, ya old fart: