Red Wings stars shine at 2026 Olympics with gold and historic feats
Three Detroit Red Wings stars—Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Moritz Seider—competed at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Their performances stood out as they helped their respective teams chase medals in a historic tournament for American hockey.
The U.S. men's team secured its first gold in 46 years, while Michigan-linked players played key roles in both the men's and women's victories.
Dylan Larkin captained Team USA to a dramatic overtime win against Canada, scoring the gold-medal-clinching goal. He also dominated in face-offs, leading all skaters with a 69.57% win rate. His leadership and skill were central to the team's success.
Lucas Raymond represented Sweden and matched Mats Sundin's record for the second-most points by a Swedish skater in an Olympic tournament featuring NHL players. His offensive contributions kept Sweden competitive throughout the event.
Moritz Seider anchored Germany's defence, logging the highest average ice time (26:16) of any player in the tournament. His reliability on the blue line was a bright spot for the German squad.
All three players train under Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan, who expects them to return with fresh ideas from their Olympic experiences. Their performances also highlighted the growing influence of Michigan's hockey development programs, including the U.S. National Team's Development Program in Plymouth, which has nurtured top-tier talent.
The Red Wings' Olympians gained high-level experience while contributing to historic achievements. Larkin's gold medal, Raymond's scoring record, and Seider's defensive workload will now translate into lessons for Detroit's upcoming season. Their success also underscores the strength of Michigan's hockey pipeline on the international stage.
