For Sergei Fedorov, this moment may well transcend even the triumphs of his Stanley Cup victories.
On January 12, 2026 — amid the centennial celebrations of the Detroit Red Wings — the franchise will retire Fedorov’s iconic No. 91. A three-time Stanley Cup champion, Fedorov receives not just a ceremonial honor, but something more personal: a sense of reconciliation.
Long overshadowed by the complexities and controversies surrounding his departure from Detroit, this recognition serves as a powerful gesture of redemption — and perhaps, long-awaited closure.
Why Sergei Fedorov left Detroit
In 2003, Fedorov approached unrestricted free agency for the first time in his career.