 In the ensuing 2016–17 season, Lyubimov remained with Flyers through training camp to make the opening night roster.As a depth forward for the Flyers, Lyubimov appeared in 47 games totaling 4 goals and 6 points.With his rights retained by the Flyers, Lyubimov opted to return to CSKA after his solitary season in North America by signing a three-year contract on July 3, 2017.