Valeri Nichushkin returns as Avalanche dump Devils
Forward Valeri Nichushkin will return to the Avalanche lineup for the 1st time in nearly 2 months
With Valeri Nichushkin’s return, Avalanche finally close to full strength
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Valeri Nichushkin not ready as Avalanche set to begin sprint toward playoffs
The wait for Valeri Nichushkin continues. Colorado's big Russian winger took part in most of practice on Friday before the team flew to Nashville, but with about five minutes left in the skate, he went to the locker room before the rest of his teammates.
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Avalanche’s Valeri Nichushkin Will Play vs New Jersey
The Avalanche are getting Valeri Nichushkin back on Wednesday, head coach Jared Bednar announced during his weekly radio segment. The 29-year-old forward has missed every game since the calendar turned to 2025.
Avs rout Devils after third-period barrage
Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon, left, is congratulated after scoring a goal by left wing Artturi Lehkonen, back right, and center Martin Necas in the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New Jersey Devils Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) AP
Injured Star Forward Labeled "A Possible Option" for Tomorrow's Home Game
Colorado Avalanche Head Coach Jared Bednar told the media that Valeri Nichushkin, who hasn't played since December 31st, is a potential option for Wednesday's game against the New Jersey Devils. Nichushkin was seen in a second-line sweater (maroon) at Tuesday's practice,