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Time of India
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Detroit Red Wings to retire Sergei Fedorov's No. 91 in 2026
(Image via Getty Images) The Detroit Red Wings has announced that they will officially retire No. 91, worn by Hall of Famer Sergei Fedorov, as part of a special pre-game ceremony on January 12, 2026, ahead of their home matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes at Little Caesars Arena. Fedorov is one of the most celebrated players in the league who has played in 18 NHL seasons, compiling 1,179 points, a plus-261 rating, and 839 penalty minutes in 1,248 regular-season games between the Red Wings, Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Washington Capitals. According to the reports, Detroit has announced its decision about Fedorov's retirement on August 19, 2025. Sergei Federov's jersey is set to be retired in January 2026 The Detroit Red Wings has announced on August 19, 2025, that Sergei Federov's jersey No. 91 is set to be retired in January 2026. While announcing his retirement, the Detroit Red Wings' Ilitch stated that, "We are honored to celebrate Sergei Fedorov and raise his #91 to its rightful place hanging in the rafters at Little Caesars Arena, among the all-time greats who have worn the Winged Wheel." His exceptional skill, relentless drive, and lasting impact, playing a pivotal role in bringing three Stanley Cup championships to Detroit, make him the perfect embodiment of the qualities deserving of our franchise's most prestigious honor. They further added, 'My parents, Mike and Marian Ilitch, had a special reverence for Sergei as one of the most dynamic and charismatic players of his era, and someone who made a tremendous impact on our organization. All of us at the Red Wings look forward to hosting Sergei and his family in January to pay tribute to his remarkable career." Sergei Fedorov reflects on Red Wings' Highest honor When news broke that his No. 91 would rise to the rafters at Little Caesars Arena, Sergei Fedorov admitted he was overwhelmed with emotion. Federov opened up and reflected on the Red Wings' Highest honor. He stated, 'I'm extremely grateful for this tremendous honor,' said Fedorov. 'Thank you to everyone with the Red Wings organization, especially those who helped bring me to Detroit and gave me the chance to play for such a historic franchise. Federov further added, 'I was fortunate to be part of some unforgettable teams, and above all, I'm proud of the three Stanley Cup championships we won for our amazing fans in Hockeytown. The memories made along the way - with legendary teammates, coaches, and exceptional ownership - will stay with me forever. Lastly, I want to thank Chris Ilitch for the call yesterday to share the news about retiring my number. It's a moment I'll always cherish. I can't wait to see everyone in January.' Also Read : "My intention was to stay": Jake Guentzel reflects on his exit from Carolina Hurricanes | NHL News - Times of India It is to be noted that Sergei Fedorov was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility in 2015 and was honored as one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players as part of the league's Centennial celebration in 2017. The 55-year-old was also enshrined in the IIHF Hall of Fame in 2016. Fedorov's No. 91 becomes the Red Wings' ninth retired number in franchise history, joining Sid Abel, Alex Delvecchio, Gordie Howe, and others. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!


Toronto Sun
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Detroit Red Wings finally retiring legend's number
Russian did it all in Detroit and was first-ballot hall of famer. Sergei Fedorov will. become the ninth player to have his jersey retired by the Detroit Red Wings. Photo by Ted Rhodes / Postmedia Files The Detroit Red Wings are finally retiring Sergei Fedorov's number. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The Russian's No. 91 will be retired at Little Caesars Arena on Jan. 12, 2026 before a game against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Red Wings announced Tuesday. The move comes long after Fedorov played his last game for the club or in the NHL. He spent 13 seasons with the Wings after coming over from the then Soviet Union in 1990, a year after he was drafted shortly after Alexander Mogilny's defection. 'We are honored to celebrate Sergei Fedorov and raise his #91 to its rightful place hanging in the rafters at Little Caesars Arena, among the all-time greats who have worn the Winged Wheel,' Red Wings governor and chief executive officer Chris Ilitch said Tuesday in a release. 'His exceptional skill, relentless drive, and lasting impact playing a pivotal role bringing three Stanley Cup championships to Detroit make him the perfect embodiment of the qualities deserving of our franchise's most prestigious honor. My parents, Mike and Marian Ilitch had a special reverence for Sergei as one of the most dynamic and charismatic players of his era, and someone who made a tremendous impact on our organization. All of us at the Red Wings look forward to hosting Sergei and his family in January to pay tribute to his remarkable career.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Fedorov ranks fourth on the team's all-time goals list and sixth in points. He's also in the Top 10 in many other categories and only he and Steve Yzerman had multiple 100-point seasons as a Red Wing. 'I'm extremely grateful for this tremendous honor,' Fedorov said. 'Thank you to everyone with the Red Wings organization, especially those who helped bring me to Detroit and gave me the chance to play for such a historic franchise. I was fortunate to be part of some unforgettable teams, and above all, I'm proud of the three Stanley Cup championships we won for our amazing fans in Hockeytown. The memories made along the way – with legendary teammates, coaches, and exceptional ownership – will stay with me forever. Lastly, I want to thank Chris Ilitch for the call yesterday to share the news about retiring my number. It's a moment I'll always cherish. I can't wait to see everyone in January.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Amongst Russian players, only Alex Ovechkin and Evgeni Malkin have notched more NHL goals and points than Fedorov and he was the first European-trained player to win the Hart Memorial Trophy and is still the only player to win the Hart and Frank J. Selke Trophy as best defensive forward in the same season (he also won the Ted Lindsay Award voted on by players that year too). The jersey retirement likely took this long because of Fedorov's messy exit from Detroit to Anaheim following a contract dispute. The 2015 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee will become the ninth Red Wing with a retired number, joining Sid Abel (No. 12), Alex Delvecchio (No. 10), Gordie Howe (No. 9), Red Kelly (No. 4), Nicklas Lidstrom (No. 5), Ted Lindsay (No. 7), Terry Sawchuk (No. 1) and Yzerman (No. 19). Toronto Blue Jays NHL Sunshine Girls Canada World


Edmonton Journal
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Detroit Red Wings finally retiring legend's number
The Detroit Red Wings are finally retiring Sergei Fedorov's number. Article content The Russian's No. 91 will be retired at Little Caesars Arena on Jan. 12, 2026 before a game against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Red Wings announced Tuesday. Article content Article content The move comes long after Fedorov played his last game for the club or in the NHL. He spent 13 seasons with the Wings after coming over from the then Soviet Union in 1990, a year after he was drafted shortly after Alexander Mogilny's defection. Article content 'We are honored to celebrate Sergei Fedorov and raise his #91 to its rightful place hanging in the rafters at Little Caesars Arena, among the all-time greats who have worn the Winged Wheel,' Red Wings governor and chief executive officer Chris Ilitch said Tuesday in a release. Article content Article content 'His exceptional skill, relentless drive, and lasting impact playing a pivotal role bringing three Stanley Cup championships to Detroit make him the perfect embodiment of the qualities deserving of our franchise's most prestigious honor. My parents, Mike and Marian Ilitch had a special reverence for Sergei as one of the most dynamic and charismatic players of his era, and someone who made a tremendous impact on our organization. All of us at the Red Wings look forward to hosting Sergei and his family in January to pay tribute to his remarkable career.' Article content Fedorov ranks fourth on the team's all-time goals list and sixth in points. He's also in the Top 10 in many other categories and only he and Steve Yzerman had multiple 100-point seasons as a Red Wing. Article content Article content 'I'm extremely grateful for this tremendous honor,' Fedorov said. 'Thank you to everyone with the Red Wings organization, especially those who helped bring me to Detroit and gave me the chance to play for such a historic franchise. I was fortunate to be part of some unforgettable teams, and above all, I'm proud of the three Stanley Cup championships we won for our amazing fans in Hockeytown. The memories made along the way – with legendary teammates, coaches, and exceptional ownership – will stay with me forever. Lastly, I want to thank Chris Ilitch for the call yesterday to share the news about retiring my number. It's a moment I'll always cherish. I can't wait to see everyone in January.' Article content Amongst Russian players, only Alex Ovechkin and Evgeni Malkin have notched more NHL goals and points than Fedorov and he was the first European-trained player to win the Hart Memorial Trophy and is still the only player to win the Hart and Frank J. Selke Trophy as best defensive forward in the same season (he also won the Ted Lindsay Award voted on by players that year too). Article content The jersey retirement likely took this long because of Fedorov's messy exit from Detroit to Anaheim following a contract dispute.


National Post
10 hours ago
- Sport
- National Post
Detroit Red Wings finally retiring legend's number
Article content The Russian's No. 91 will be retired at Little Caesars Arena on Jan. 12, 2026 before a game against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Red Wings announced Tuesday. Article content Article content Article content 'We are honored to celebrate Sergei Fedorov and raise his #91 to its rightful place hanging in the rafters at Little Caesars Arena, among the all-time greats who have worn the Winged Wheel,' Red Wings governor and chief executive officer Chris Ilitch said Tuesday in a release. Article content 'His exceptional skill, relentless drive, and lasting impact playing a pivotal role bringing three Stanley Cup championships to Detroit make him the perfect embodiment of the qualities deserving of our franchise's most prestigious honor. My parents, Mike and Marian Ilitch had a special reverence for Sergei as one of the most dynamic and charismatic players of his era, and someone who made a tremendous impact on our organization. All of us at the Red Wings look forward to hosting Sergei and his family in January to pay tribute to his remarkable career.' Article content Fedorov ranks fourth on the team's all-time goals list and sixth in points. He's also in the Top 10 in many other categories and only he and Steve Yzerman had multiple 100-point seasons as a Red Wing. Article content Article content 'I'm extremely grateful for this tremendous honor,' Fedorov said. 'Thank you to everyone with the Red Wings organization, especially those who helped bring me to Detroit and gave me the chance to play for such a historic franchise. I was fortunate to be part of some unforgettable teams, and above all, I'm proud of the three Stanley Cup championships we won for our amazing fans in Hockeytown. The memories made along the way – with legendary teammates, coaches, and exceptional ownership – will stay with me forever. Lastly, I want to thank Chris Ilitch for the call yesterday to share the news about retiring my number. It's a moment I'll always cherish. I can't wait to see everyone in January.' Article content Amongst Russian players, only Alex Ovechkin and Evgeni Malkin have notched more NHL goals and points than Fedorov and he was the first European-trained player to win the Hart Memorial Trophy and is still the only player to win the Hart and Frank J. Selke Trophy as best defensive forward in the same season (he also won the Ted Lindsay Award voted on by players that year too). Article content The jersey retirement likely took this long because of Fedorov's messy exit from Detroit to Anaheim following a contract dispute. Article content The 2015 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee will become the ninth Red Wing with a retired number, joining Sid Abel (No. 12), Alex Delvecchio (No. 10), Gordie Howe (No. 9), Red Kelly (No. 4), Nicklas Lidstrom (No. 5), Ted Lindsay (No. 7), Terry Sawchuk (No. 1) and Yzerman (No. 19).
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Former Blue Jackets Forward Sergei Fedorov's Number To Be Retired By Red Wings
The Detroit Red Wings have announced that former CBJ forward Sergei Fedorov''s #91 will be retired by the Wings. The ceremony will be held on January 12, 2026. In Detroit, he played 908 games and totaled 954 points. Fedorov was traded to Columbus in November of 2005. He played 185 games for the Jackets and totaled 113 points. On February 28, 2008, he was traded to the Washington Capitals, and he would retire in from the NHL in 2009. Fedorov is probably the greatest player to have ever worn the Union Blue. For his career, he scored 483 goals, had 696 assists, and totaled 1,179 points. Congrats to Sergei Fedorov. Let us know what you think below. Stay updated with the most interesting Blue Jackets stories, analysis, breaking news, and more! Tap the star to add us to your favorites on Google News and never miss a story. Columbus Blue Jackets' Quarter Century Mount Rushmore Recently, Bleacher Report released their version of ' Every NHL Team's Mount Rushmore of the Quarter Century,' and it got me thinking about who Jason Newland and I would put on the Columbus Blue Jackets' Mount Rushmore. 56 Days Until Opening Night At NWA: Marko Daňo The Columbus Blue Jackets have only had one player wear #56 in their history. That player is Marko Daňo, and we will talk about him today.