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Could Moving Val Nichushkin Be the Next Move For the Colorado Avalanche?
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- Jun 19, 2026
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Summary
Colorado Avalanche face a critical crossroads—will Valeri Nichushkin be the next big name on the move as the roster shuffle continues? Chris Micieli and Zach Pearson break down the potential fallout from the Ross Colton trade, discuss Nichushkin’s inconsistency on and off the ice, and question if a fresh start could benefit both player and team. Is Colorado ready to part ways with a once-vital piece, or will Nichushkin rebound as a core contributor? The conversation also unpacks a heated NHL offseason, from players requesting trades to Kelly McCrimmon’s headline-grabbing comments about the Vegas Golden Knights’ reputation. The hosts explore how Avalanche culture keeps stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar content and loyal, what it would take to shake that bond, and why Vegas draws so much ire from around the league. Can Colorado’s front office make the right moves to stay atop the Stanley Cup hunt?