Avalanche Forward Nichushkin Back on Ice, But Team Remains Thin at Forward
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Avalanche Forward Nichushkin Back on Ice, But Team Remains Thin at Forward

Associated Press  

Suspended Valeri Nichushkin has been cleared to practice with the Colorado Avalanche. However, he remains in Stage 3 of the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program and is ineligible to play in games. His return would bolster a team that’s already thin at forward this season. The Avalanche could soon have back Artturi Lehkonen, who was activated from injured reserve Monday.

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Avalanche set to begin camp with no timeline for return of injured Landeskog or suspended Nichushkin
3 months ago

Avalanche set to begin camp with no timeline for return of injured Landeskog or suspended Nichushkin

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Colorado Avalanche head into training camp with some holes to fill — and some feelings to mend down the road. He’s got some growing to do.” Bednar said the team is waiting to hear back from the league about specifics on when Nichushkin can work out with the team. “I’m sure Val is going to have …

Participation in the NHL’s player assistance program is up this season. That may not be a bad thing
7 months, 1 week ago

Participation in the NHL’s player assistance program is up this season. That may not be a bad thing

Associated Press  

It was untreated anxiety and depression that Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard blamed for his alcohol abuse, a problem that reached the point where he needed to step away from hockey. “I think what has happened is the players have developed a real comfort level that the counselors, the people that run the program, can be trusted because there’s a …

Colorado Avalanche try to forge ahead after losing Valeri Nichushkin to six-month suspension
7 months, 1 week ago

Colorado Avalanche try to forge ahead after losing Valeri Nichushkin to six-month suspension

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Obviously, tough for him, his family,” Colorado star Nathan …

Colorado Avalanche try to forge ahead after losing Valeri Nichushkin to six-month suspension
7 months, 1 week ago

Colorado Avalanche try to forge ahead after losing Valeri Nichushkin to six-month suspension

Associated Press  

DENVER — The nameplate above the locker for Valeri Nichushkin has already been removed at the Colorado Avalanche’s practice facility. AP AUDIO: Avalanche Valeri Nichushkin suspended for at least 6 months an hour before team’s playoff game loss The co-leader in Stanley Cup Playoff goals has been suspended for at least half a year. “Obviously, tough for him, his family,” …

The value of Valeri Nichushkin on display for Avs since his return from player assistance program
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The value of Valeri Nichushkin on display for Avs since his return from player assistance program

Associated Press  

DENVER — Valeri Nichushkin is lifting the Colorado Avalanche after taking the time to help himself. “An absolute beast.” This version in particular, the one that’s “doing really well,” from a mental health standpoint, coach Jared Bednar said. “It’s good to see someone that obviously had some struggles and was able to get through it and come out on the …

Nichushkin cleared to practice with Avalanche after getting care from the player assistance program
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Nichushkin cleared to practice with Avalanche after getting care from the player assistance program

Associated Press  

DENVER — Valeri Nichushkin resumed practicing with the Colorado Avalanche on Monday after receiving care from the player assistance program. Colorado coach Jared Bednar said after Monday’s practice that Nichushkin’s return to game action remains “to be determined.” He won’t accompany the team on an upcoming two-game trip. “It’s awesome to see him around,” said defenseman Cale Makar, whose team …

Nichushkin enters the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program, will be away from Avs indefinitely
11 months, 1 week ago

Nichushkin enters the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program, will be away from Avs indefinitely

Associated Press  

DENVER — Colorado Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin has entered the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program and will be away from the team for an indefinite amount of time. The 28-year-old Nichushkin becomes the second Avalanche player to enter the Player Assistance Program this season. The report, obtained at the time from the Seattle Police Department by The Associated Press, said the …

Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin averts questions over sudden absence last year in playoffs
1 year, 3 months ago

Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin averts questions over sudden absence last year in playoffs

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Colorado Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin deflected questions Thursday concerning his sudden absence from a playoff series last season for what the team explained at the time was personal reasons. “I know you guys want to find something there but it’s nothing really interesting,” Nichushkin said. After already losing Nazem Kadri to free agency and without injured captain …

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