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Red Wings to Retire Sergei Fedorov’s No. 91 on Jan. 12, 2026

Fans spent years campaigning for the honor following three Cups, a Hart season, and two Selkes.

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Milan Lucic, Boston Bruins (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers)

Overview

  • Detroit will raise No. 91 before the home game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Little Caesars Arena.
  • Team governor and CEO Chris Ilitch announced the decision and praised Fedorov’s impact on three Stanley Cup titles.
  • Fedorov said he is extremely grateful for the recognition and thanked the organization for the opportunity he received in Detroit.
  • During 13 seasons with the Red Wings, Fedorov logged 908 games with 400 goals and 954 points, winning the 1994 Hart Trophy and two Selkes; his NHL career totals are 1,248 games, 483 goals and 1,179 points.
  • Coverage notes a lingering debate over whether this becomes the franchise’s eighth or ninth retired number, reflecting inconsistent counts across outlets.