Valeri Nichushkin returns

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.
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.
Valeri Nichushkin a 'possibility' to return for Avalanche vs. Devils
The Colorado Avalanche have stumbled out of the 4 Nations Face-Off break, but they may get a key player back when they host the New Jersey Devils 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.
Nichushkin’s Return Boosts Avs in Victory Over New Jersey Devils
The Avalanche realized what a difference one player can make to a team. Valeri Nichushkin helped boost his team to a 5-1 win over the New Jersey Devils Wednesday night. His skill and size have been noticeably absent from the lineup.
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 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 Returns To Avalanche Lineup
Colorado Avalanche winger Valeri Nichushkin (lower body) will be welcomed back into the lineup on Wednesday against the New Jersey Devils. He will make his first appearance in 2025 after missing time due to a lower-body injury.
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.
Avalanche's Valeri Nichushkin, out since Dec. 31, set to return
Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin, who hasn't played since Dec. 31 due to a lower-body injury, will return against the Devils on Wednesday.
Avalanche activate F Valeri Nichushkin off injured reserve after 21-game absence
The Colorado Avalanche could be getting a big boost to their forward group as they look to snap a skid coming out of the 4 Nations break.
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