Forward Valeri Nichushkin will return to the Avalanche lineup for the 1st time in nearly 2 months
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Forward Valeri Nichushkin will return to the Avalanche lineup for the 1st time in nearly 2 months

Associated Press  

DENVER — Valeri Nichushkin returns to the Colorado Avalanche lineup Wednesday night for the first time in nearly two months after recovering from a lower-body injury. The Russian forward will try to spark a sputtering Avalanche offense that’s scored two goals in back-to-back losses since coming back from the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. “Just a big-body forward out there for us.. It’s going to be massive to have back in the lineup.” The 6-foot-4, 210-pound Nichushkin can help out trying to score gritty goals in front of the net — an area where the Avalanche have struggled at times. It was the forte of captain Gabriel Landeskog, but he hasn’t played since the Avalanche hoisted the Stanley Cup in 2022 due to a lingering knee injury.

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Avalanche Forward Nichushkin Back on Ice, But Team Remains Thin at Forward
4 months, 3 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.

Avalanche set to begin camp with no timeline for return of injured Landeskog or suspended Nichushkin
6 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 …

Colorado Avalanche try to forge ahead after losing Valeri Nichushkin to six-month suspension
10 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 …

Drouin returns from injury for Game 4, tries to fill void for Avs on heels of Nichushkin suspension
10 months, 1 week ago

Drouin returns from injury for Game 4, tries to fill void for Avs on heels of Nichushkin suspension

Associated Press  

DENVER — Colorado Avalanche forward Jonathan Drouin returned to the lineup Monday night against Dallas, trying to fill a scoring void on the heels of Valeri Nichushkin’s suspension. “We’re missing a hell of a player,” Drouin said of Nichushkin. “It’s a big addition, obviously.” Drouin joined the power-play unit in practice Monday morning. “I know in the playoffs he’s a …

Colorado Avalanche try to forge ahead after losing Valeri Nichushkin to six-month suspension
10 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
10 months, 3 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
1 year 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
1 year, 2 months 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, 6 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 …

From Nathan MacKinnon to Alex Galchenyuk, one thought on every Avalanche player
2 years, 3 months ago

From Nathan MacKinnon to Alex Galchenyuk, one thought on every Avalanche player

New York Times  

The banged-up Avalanche have held the ship together through the first quarter of the season, getting off to a 12-7-1 start. He was pretty pumped after scoring his first with the Avalanche: Dryden Hunt shovels home Newhook's rebound off the turnaround shot, Avs back up 2!#GoAvsGo pic.twitter.com/YRQrkQY68Y — Hockey Daily 365 l NHL Highlights November 27, 2022 Ben Meyers 3 …

Nichushkin dominating for Avalanche in Stanley Cup Final
2 years, 9 months ago

Nichushkin dominating for Avalanche in Stanley Cup Final

Associated Press  

Valeri Nichushkin stood in front of a poster of Alex Ovechkin hoisting the Stanley Cup on the eve of his first trip to the final and remembered what it was like to witness that moment. “I think that was one of the best things.” One thing better for Nichushkin would be hoisting hockey’s holy grail himself. “We’ll see.” Nichushkin and …

Film Room: What can the Stars expect from Valeri Nichushkin after two years in the KHL?
6 years, 6 months ago

Film Room: What can the Stars expect from Valeri Nichushkin after two years in the KHL?

New York Times  

Valeri Nichushkin was on a path to stardom. At the time, Stars general manager Jim Nill said “it’s not the end of the world” and hoped the Stars would get “a mature player when he decides to come back over.” Nichushkin made his decision to return to the NHL this past spring after fulfilling his KHL contract. Nichushkin’s work cycling …

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