 He appeared in an impressive 41 games as a 20-year old, registering 6 points, before securing a regular role in the post-season, with 3 points in 15 games.Zdunov's season was recognised as he was awarded the Alexei Cherepanov Trophy as the best rookie.During the 2013–14 season, after making 7 appearances with Magnitogorsk, Zdunov was traded to HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk in exchange for Oskar Osala, on December 10, 2013.