Valeri Nichushkin, Colorado Avalanche

Avalanche's Valeri Nichushkin drops truth bomb after return to lineup
The Colorado Avalanche welcomed Valeri Nichushkin back to the lineup on Friday night, although they lost 5-2 to the Washington Capitals.
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Suspended Avs forward Valeri Nichushkin added to roster, will make season debut against Washington
Suspended Colorado forward Valeri Nichushkin was added to the Avalanche’s active roster and will make his season debut Friday night against Washington
Suspended Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin added to roster, will make season debut Friday night
Nichushkin recently returned to the team after being placed in Stage 3 of the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program six months ago.
Renck: Avs’ Val Nichushkin embraced by fans in return, but question of trust lingers
In brief bursts Friday night at Ball Arena, a rowdy crowd told Valeri Nichushkin all is forgiven. They cheered. They clapped. And they shouted “Choo!” when he handled the puck a minute into the game.
Nichushkin makes season debut for Avalanche in loss to Capitals
Valeri Nichushkin made his season debut for the Colorado Avalanche in a 5-2 loss to the Washington Capitals at Ball Arena on Friday. The 29-year-old forward had been in
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