Duck Defender Fedotov Retires

Mighty Duck defenseman Anatoli Fedotov, who spent most of last season with the San Diego Gulls of the International Hockey League, announced his retirement Thursday. He has decided to return to his native Russia.

When the Ducks’ training camp opened, Fedotov, 28, was absent. He later told General Manager Jack Ferreira he was considering quitting.

Fedotov played only three games for the Ducks last season, but had 26 points (14 goals and 12 assists) in 66 games for the Gulls. He was the Ducks’ 10th-round selection in the 1993 entry draft. He also spent six seasons playing for Moscow Dynamo in Russia and one season playing for Moncton in the American Hockey League.

The Ducks are expected to make a number of roster moves today.