For years we've asked the question:

If the Detroit Red Wings were going to copy another contender, which team should it be?

Back when the Hurricanes were making deep playoff runs, we argued Carolina was the blueprint. Now Rod Brind'Amour and the Hurricanes have finally won the Stanley Cup.

So how close are the Red Wings to becoming Carolina?

And after Vegas reached another Stanley Cup Final, how close are the Red Wings to becoming Vegas?

In this episode we compare Detroit's roster, scoring depth, even-strength production, power play production, shooting percentage, and lineup construction against both Stanley Cup finalists.

The results are eye-opening.

We also discuss the latest Dylan Larkin trade rumors, including reports that Florida has already submitted an offer and a new breakdown from Max Bultman and Shayna Goldman on potential trade destinations.

Topics include:

• Why Carolina is still the better blueprint for Detroit
• Why Vegas is further away than many fans realize
• The importance of five-on-five scoring
• Detroit's lack of middle-six production
• Rod Brind'Amour's system versus roster talent
• Florida, Vegas and Minnesota's pursuit of Dylan Larkin
• Could Montreal become the best trade partner?
• Why Utah might still be the most interesting fit
• Mason McTavish and Anaheim
• Carolina's potential package
• What Steve Yzerman should be looking for in a trade return

The Red Wings are entering a franchise-defining offseason. Before we talk about where Dylan Larkin might go, let's figure out where Detroit actually stands.

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The biggest Detroit Red Wings story in years may have just dropped.

According to Elliotte Friedman, Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade out of Detroit. While details remain limited, multiple reports suggest frustration with Detroit's inability to end its playoff drought and growing tension between Larkin and Steve Yzerman may have contributed to the situation.

If true, this changes everything.

In this emergency Red Wings Rant episode, we break down:

* What Friedman actually reported

* Why Larkin may have reached this point

* Whether Steve Yzerman could actually move his captain

* Potential trade destinations

* What a Larkin trade package could look like

* What this means for Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider and the future of the franchise

* Whether this is a sign that the Yzerplan has failed

The Detroit Red Wings have spent a decade trying to rebuild. If their captain wants out, the organization may be facing its biggest crossroads yet.

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