Avalanche's Valeri Nichushkin

Avalanche’s Valeri Nichushkin’s on-ice value is obvious once again after successful return
It’s a years-long trend since he arrived in Denver and had a breakout season when the Avs won the Stanley Cup. Just in the years since the title, Colorado is 89-30-10 during the regular season when Nichushkin plays and 46-43-6 when he doesn’t.
Forward Valeri Nichushkin will return to the Avalanche lineup for the 1st time in nearly 2 months
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.
Avalanche's Valeri Nichushkin: Scores on power play in win
Nichushkin scored a power-play goal on five shots in Friday's 5-2 win over the Wild. This was Nichushkin's second game back from missing 21 contests due to a lower-body injury. The 29-year-old winger has resumed a role on the second line and second power-play unit.
With Valeri Nichushkin’s return, Avalanche finally close to full strength
Valeri Nichushkin is going to return Wednesday night against the New Jersey Devils. He’s been out since Dec. 31 with a lower-body injury. He’s expected to start on the second line and the second power-play unit.
Valeri Nichushkin returns as Avalanche dump Devils
Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and two assists as the Colorado Avalanche beat the New Jersey Devils 5-1 in Denver on Wednesday night.
Avalanche preparing for mammoth Valeri Nichushkin boost vs. Devils
The Avalanche are preparing to welcome Valeri Nichushkin back into their lineup for the first time since late December.
Avalanche's Valeri Nichushkin: Nearing return to action
Head coach Jared Bednar wouldn't confirm Nichushkin's return to the lineup but it appears the winger is trending in the right direction. For now, Nichushkin remains on injured reserve and will need to be activated before he can hit the ice. Once given the all-clear, Nichushkin should be in the mix for a spot in the Avs' top six.
Valeri Nichushkin with a Powerplay Goal vs. Minnesota Wild
Valeri Nichushkin (Colorado Avalanche) with a Powerplay Goal vs. Minnesota Wild, 02/28/2025. Home; NFL; NBA; NHL; NCAAB; NCAAW; MLB; Daily Draw; Fantasy Sports; NCAAF; Soccer; Ten
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