The End of the Yzerplan | Ep. 399

The End of the Yzerplan | Ep. 399

July 16, 2026 · 40 min

About this episode

The episode discusses Steve Yzerman's resignation and its implications for the Detroit Red Wings.

Steve Yzerman has stepped down as General Manager and President of Hockey Operations of the Detroit Red Wings, shifting into an advisory role under owner Chris Ilitch. We dig into why the timing is so unusual and whether the Dylan Larkin trade request played a role in the decision, and what this means for the team going forward, while answering your questions and going through a few options for replacement!

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Organizations: Detroit Red Wings, Chris Ilitch

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