Monday afternoon saw the Colorado Avalanche and NHLPA announce Valeri Nichushkin had entered the Player Assistance Program. It comes after rumors swirled earlier in the day before being confirmed this afternoon. He remains out indefinitely while receiving care and must be cleared to play once again. Nichushkin also released his own statement as well.
Valeri Nichushkin (@Avalanche) to receive care from the Player Assistance Program of the @NHL and @NHLPA.
More details: https://t.co/LsohdeU6nb pic.twitter.com/8Z0Ri2NAyf— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) January 15, 2024