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Mon 3/17/25 3:05 PM

Nichushkin scored a goal, registered an assist and tallied four shots on net in Sunday's 4-3 overtime win against the Stars.
EDGE Analysis
Both of Nichushkin's points came in the second period and were the only two goals scored by either team. He found the back of the net against his former squad over six minutes into the period before tallying a secondary assist on linemate Jonathan Drouin's goal. The 30-year-old Nichushkin is up to 17 goals, nine assists and 79 shots on net across 30 outings this season. Nichushkin has been a good option offensively for Colorado since his return from a lower-body injury as he's posted nine points in his last nine games. Between his role in Colorado's top six and heavy usage on the power play, Nichushkin is a strong late-season add in all fantasy formats. At his current pace, he should contend for the 35-40-point mark by the end of the regular season.

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Sat 3/15/25 12:19 AM

Nichushkin scored an empty-net goal on two shots and added two hits in Friday's 4-2 win over the Flames.
EDGE Analysis
Nichushkin helped the Avalanche fend off a late comeback attempt by the Flames. The goal was his first since he had a hat trick last Saturday versus the Maple Leafs. The 30-year-old winger is up to 16 goals, 24 points, 75 shots on net, 28 hits and a plus-10 rating over 29 appearances this season, mainly in a second-line role.

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Sat 3/8/25 10:52 PM

Nichushkin had three goals and an assist in a 7-4 win over the Maple Leafs on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
It was Nichuskin's first career regular-season hattie. He has been red hot when he's been on the ice this season, putting up 15 goals on 70 shots, eight assists and 26 hits in just 26 games. Nichushkin has been impactful in five games since his return from injury, compiling four goals, two assists and 18 shots.

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Wed 3/5/25 2:08 AM

Nichushkin notched a power-play assist, two shots on goal and two hits in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Penguins.
EDGE Analysis
Nichushkin has two points over three games, both on the power play, since returning from a lower-body injury. The 30-year-old winger is up to 12 goals, seven helpers, four power-play points, 64 shots on net, 22 hits and a plus-7 rating through 24 outings. He's in a top-six role and seeing steady power-play time, so Nichushkin is a player fantasy managers can turn to for a boost on offense down the stretch.

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Sat 3/1/25 1:10 AM

Nichushkin scored a power-play goal on five shots in Friday's 5-2 win over the Wild.
EDGE Analysis
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. Nichushkin has 12 goals, 18 points, 62 shots on net, 20 hits and a plus-6 rating across 23 appearances. If he can stay healthy, he's a big boost to an Avalanche offense that has often lacked in depth scoring, and he could play his way onto the top line eventually.

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Wed 2/26/25 10:14 AM

Nichushkin (lower body) will be activated off injured reserve and play Wednesday versus New Jersey, per Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette.
EDGE Analysis
It will be Nichushkin's first game since Dec. 31. He has 11 goals and 17 points in 21 appearances in 2024-25. Nichushkin might serve in a top-six capacity Wednesday, which could in turn reduce Juuso Parssinen's role.

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Tue 2/25/25 2:57 PM

Nichushkin (lower body) could be an option against the Devils on Wednesday, Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports.
EDGE Analysis
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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Fri 2/21/25 1:56 PM

Nichushkin (lower body) will not travel with the Avalanche during their upcoming two-game road trip that starts Saturday in Nashville, according to Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette.
EDGE Analysis
Although Nichushkin will miss the next two games, the Avalanche hope he's able to return to action Wednesday when New Jersey comes to town. Nichushkin missed the 19 games leading up to the 4 Nations Face-Off break and has 11 goals and 17 points in 21 contests this season.

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Thu 2/20/25 1:29 PM

Nichushkin (lower body) returned to practice Thursday, Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nichushkin practiced for 15 minutes, participating in line rushes before stopping when contact drills began, but still working on his own. Nichushkin has missed the last 19 games and is doubtful for this weekend's action. He has 11 goals and 17 points in only 21 games this season.

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Mon 2/3/25 11:56 AM

Nichushkin (lower body) was put on injured reserve Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Colorado activated Oliver Kylington (upper body) from the IR list in a corresponding move. Nichushkin has missed the last 16 games, but he could be ready to return after the 4 Nations Face-Off when Colorado visits Nashville on Feb. 22. The 29-year-old forward has 11 goals, 17 points, 52 shots on net, 10 blocked shots and 18 hits across 21 appearances this season.