Valeri Nichushkin, Avalanche

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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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Going Wild: Avalanche Defeat Minnesota 5-2, Move Into Tie For Third Place in Central Division
Ross Colton posted two goals and an assist to help the Avalanche defeat the Minnesota Wild 5-2 at Ball Arena on Friday.
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Valeri Nichushkin made an immediate impact in his return to the Avalanche lineup on Wednesday, and our NHL player prop picks ...