With the NHL season just about a month away, Dylan Larkin described his feelings about the upcoming year in one word:

“Excitement,” the Detroit Red Wings captain said.

The 29-year-old forward spent an inning of the Detroit Tigers game on Tuesday in the broadcast booth talking about the new season, as well as touching on his Michigan ties (Larkin was born and raised in Waterford, Michigan) and his life as a new dad.

“Going into a new season, you always have that excitement,” Larkin said. “Eighty-two games of anything. Fresh slate.

“Guys are starting to come back into town. … Young guys are coming in and looking good. I’m excited about the group.”

Larkin went on to talk about the identity of this year’s roster, comparing them to the Tigers team he was watching at the time.

“Young,” h

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