Dylan Larkin Siblings: Getting to Know Colin Larkin

Dylan Larkin is an American professional ice hockey player, born on July 30, 1996, in Waterford, Michigan.

As the captain of the Detroit Red Wings in the National Hockey League (NHL), Larkin has established himself as a dynamic center known for his speed, skill, and leadership.

Drafted 15th overall by the Red Wings in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft, he has become a cornerstone of the franchise, embodying the grit and pride of a Michigan native playing for his hometown team.

Growing up in a sports-oriented family, Larkin’s passion for hockey was nurtured early, leading him to a standout career that spans youth leagues, collegiate hockey, and the professional ranks.

Siblings

Dylan has one older brother, Colin Larkin, born on November 17, 1993, in Waterford Township, Michigan.

Colin is also an ice hockey player, showcasing the family’s strong athletic heritage.

He played four years of NCAA Division III hockey at the University of Massachusetts-Boston, where he served as a center, much like his younger brother.

Colin’s professional career included a stint in the ECHL with the Wichita Thunder during the 2018-19 season, where he scored two goals and recorded 14 assists.

Additionally, he briefly played for the Grand Rapids Griffins, the AHL affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings, scoring his first professional goal in his second game.

Career

Larkin’s hockey journey began in Michigan’s youth leagues, where he played for Detroit Belle Tire and participated in the 2009 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament.

He honed his skills with the USA Hockey National Team Development Program (NTDP), skating for the U17 and U18 teams.

During the 2012-13 season, he scored 13 goals and 14 assists in 55 games with the U17 team, and in 2013-14, he tallied 31 goals and 25 assists in 60 games with the U18 team.

His performance earned him a spot in the 2013 CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game, where he recorded a goal and an assist.

Larkin then attended the University of Michigan, playing one season (2014-15) for the Wolverines.

There, he led all Big Ten freshmen with 47 points (15 goals, 32 assists), earning accolades such as Big Ten Freshman of the Year and Second Team All-American honors.

His NHL debut came on October 9, 2015, with the Detroit Red Wings, where he scored a goal and added an assist in a 4-0 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs, becoming the first Red Wings teenager to record a point in his debut since Steve Yzerman.

Larkin’s rookie season (2015-16) was remarkable, leading the team with 23 goals and finishing with 45 points, earning NHL Rookie of the Month honors in November.

Named captain in 2021, he signed an eight-year, \$69.6 million contract extension in 2023, solidifying his role as the face of the Red Wings.

Internationally, Larkin has represented the United States at events like the IIHF World Championships, earning a bronze medal in 2015, and the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.

Accolades

At the University of Michigan, Larkin was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year in 2015, selected to the All-Big Ten First Team, All-Freshman Team, and AHCA Second Team All-American.

He was also the Hockey Commissioners’ Association National Rookie of the Month for January 2015 after leading all college freshmen with 14 points in six games.

In the NHL, Larkin was named to the 2016 NHL All-Star Game, where he set a record as the fastest skater in the SuperSkills Competition with a time of 13.172 seconds, breaking Mike Gartner’s previous mark.

He was voted the 2016 Detroit Red Wings Rookie of the Year by the Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association.

Internationally, Larkin earned a gold medal at the 2014 IIHF World U18 Championships, where he served as an alternate captain, and a bronze medal at the 2013 World U-17 Hockey Challenge.

He was also named Team USA’s MVP at the 2015 World Junior Championship, leading the team with seven points in five games.