A surprising news was unveiled just before the start of the 4th game between the Stars and the Avalanche. Valeri Nichushkin's playoffs are over.
This news had the effect of a bombshell as the Avalanche will have to do without the services of the excellent forward for a very long period.
Valeri Nichushkin reportedly failed a test and has been placed in the NHL's player assistance program. Stage 3 means he will have to miss a minimum of six months.
The Russian will not be back for the playoffs. A situation almost similar had occurred with Nichushkin last year and he had to leave the team's environment.
