In a statement released earlier, Nichushkin shared his decision to seek assistance through the program, emphasizing his dedication to addressing his challenges and preventing further setbacks. He expressed appreciation to his family, the Avalanche organization, and the fans for their support.
The 28-year-old forward has had an impressive season so far, with 22 goals and 20 assists in 40 games. With his return, there's hope that he can surpass his career-best stats of 25 goals and 52 points achieved during the 2021-2022 season with the Avalanche.