Avalanche Trade Valeri Nichushkin to Blue Jackets
Key Questions
What did the Avalanche receive for trading Valeri Nichushkin?
Colorado acquired a 2026 second-round pick, a 2027 third-round pick, and a 2028 fifth-round pick from Columbus. The trade also clears $6.125 million in cap space.
Why did the Avalanche trade Valeri Nichushkin to the Blue Jackets?
The move ends a complicated chapter for the franchise and provides a multi-pick return. Columbus is taking a chance on Nichushkin's talent.
Is the Nichushkin trade now official?
Yes, the trade has been completed and announced. It involves multiple future draft picks heading to Colorado.
Colorado trades Valeri Nichushkin to Columbus for a multi-pick return (2nd, 3rd, 5th), clearing $6.125M cap and ending a saga. Blue Jackets take a flier on talent. Trade now official.
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Updated Jun 26, 2026