After his contract with CSKA Moscow of the KHL was unexpectedly cut short, he became a free agent, yet his NHL rights are still held by the Flyers.
The saga began with Fedotov signing a $1.1 million deal with the Flyers, only to be sidetracked by compulsory military service in Russia, causing him to miss the entire previous season. His subsequent decision to sign with CSKA Moscow led to a breach of IIHF rules.
Despite the legal complications, Fedotov's performance with CSKA Moscow last season was noteworthy, sparking discussions about his potential impact in professional hockey.