The last time fans got a glimpse of Valeri Nichushkin was back on May 11th during ... just two points out of the last wild card spot in the standings.

DENVER -- The return of suspended Colorado Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin to practice Monday was sudden enough that teammate Mikko Rantanen did a little double-take when he spotted him on the ...

Colorado Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin will make his long-awaited season debut on Friday, Nov. 15, head coach Jared Bednar confirmed during Sunday's media availability. When asked about ...

During a media availability on Sunday, Bednar was asked about Nichushkin’s projected return date. Bednar didn't blink, immediately confirming the date for Valeri Nichushkin’s season debut.

"I think it's a relief for him. He's been skating on his own for months now," defenseman Cale Makar said of Nichushkin's return. "It's good to see him out there." Nichushkin remains in Stage 3 of ...

Suspended Colorado Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin will make his return to play on Friday against the Capitals, head coach Jared Bednar confirmed on Sunday. Nichushkin is in Stage 3 of the NHL ...