Nichushkin recently returned to the team after being placed in Stage 3 of the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program six months ...

Suspended Colorado forward Valeri Nichushkin was added to the Avalanche's active roster and will make his season debut Friday ...

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Suspended Colorado forward Valeri Nichushkin was added to the Avalanche's active roster and will make his season debut Friday ...

The day for Valeri Nichushkin’s return to the Colorado Avalanche lineup is here.

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Nichushkin’s comeback marks the end of a six-month suspension stemming from alleged substance abuse during last season’s playoffs, as reported first by Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli in May.

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.

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 ...

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 ...