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On March 19, 1988, Federko became the 22nd NHL player to record 1000 career points.

After a poor season for Federko in 1988 – 89, he was traded to the Detroit Red Wings with Tony McKegney for future Blues star Adam Oates, and Paul MacLean.

In Detroit, Federko re-united with former Blues head coach Jacques Demers, but he had to play behind Steve Yzerman and did not get his desired ice time.

After his lowest point output since his rookie season, Federko decided to retire after the 1989 – 90 season, having played exactly 1, 000 NHL games.