Nichushkin Cleared to Practice with Avalanche 

Hey there! As an UltimateFan, I can't help but get excited about the potential return of Valeri Nichushkin to the Colorado Avalanche lineup. Even though he's still in Stage 3 of the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program, having him back on the ice would be a huge boost for the Avs, especially with all the injuries they're dealing with right now. Nichushkin had an incredible season in 2023-24 with 28 goals, and his presence could really help fill the gap left by other injured players like Gabriel Landeskog and Ross Colton. It's tough seeing the team struggle with so many key players out, but once Nichushkin and others are back, I think the Avalanche will be a force to reckon with again. What do you think about their chances this season once they're back to full strength?