Fedorov’s No. 91 to be Retired by Red Wings
- The Detroit Red Wings will officially retire the jersey number 91 of legendary center Sergei Fedorov on January 12, 2026, prior to their game against the Carolina Hurricanes...
- Selected by the Red Wings in the fourth round (74th overall) of the 1989 NHL Draft, Fedorov quickly blossomed into a superstar.
- He was a nine-time 30-goal scorer wiht Detroit,culminating in a career year in 1993-94 where he registered 56 goals and 120 points,earning him the Hart Trophy as the...
Sergei FedorovS Legacy to Hang in the Rafters: Red Wings to Retire no. 91
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A Detroit Icon Honored
The Detroit Red Wings will officially retire the jersey number 91 of legendary center Sergei Fedorov on January 12, 2026, prior to their game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Little Caesars Arena.This momentous occasion recognizes Fedorov’s profound impact on the franchise and the sport of hockey.He will become the ninth Red Wings player to receive this honor, joining a distinguished group of hockey icons: Terry Sawchuk (No. 1), Red Kelly (No. 4),Nicklas Lidstrom (No. 5), Ted Lindsay (No. 7), Gordie Howe (No. 9), Alex Delvecchio (No. 10), sid Abel (no. 12), and Steve Yzerman (No.19).
From Draft Pick to Dominance
Selected by the Red Wings in the fourth round (74th overall) of the 1989 NHL Draft, Fedorov quickly blossomed into a superstar. Over 13 seasons in Detroit (1990-2003), he amassed 954 points (400 goals, 554 assists) in 908 games. His offensive prowess ranks him among the franchise’s all-time leaders: fourth in goals, sixth in points, and seventh in assists. Beyond raw totals, Fedorov excelled in key statistical categories, leading the Red Wings in overtime goals (12), ranking second in plus/minus (+276) and short-handed goals (31), third in game-winning goals (79), and fifth in power-play goals (117).
A Trophy Case reflecting Excellence
Fedorov’s career was punctuated by individual accolades. He was a nine-time 30-goal scorer wiht Detroit,culminating in a career year in 1993-94 where he registered 56 goals and 120 points,earning him the Hart Trophy as the NHL’s Most valuable Player and the Ted Lindsay Award (then known as the Lester B. Pearson Award) as the league’s most outstanding player as voted by his peers. He also secured the Selke Trophy as the NHL’s best defensive forward in both 1993-94 and 1995-96, demonstrating his all-around skill set.
Stanley Cup Glory and Lasting Impact
Fedorov was a key component of the Red Wings’ dynasty, contributing to three Stanley Cup championships in 1997, 1998, and 2002. He accumulated 163 points (50 goals, 113 assists) in Stanley Cup Playoff games with Detroit, the third-highest total in team history. Notably, he stands alongside Steve Yzerman as one of only two Red Wings players to record multiple 100-point seasons, a testament to his consistent offensive production. Fedorov’s overall NHL career included 1,179 points (483 goals, 696 assists) in 1,248 regular-season games across four teams – the Red Wings, Anaheim Ducks, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Washington Capitals – and 176 points (52 goals, 124 assists) in 183 playoff games.
Recognition Beyond Detroit
Fedorov’s accomplishments extended beyond his time in Detroit. He was inducted into the Hockey hall of Fame in 2015 and was named one of the 100 Greatest Players in NHL history in 2017, solidifying his place among the sport’s all-time legends.