Colorado Avalanche forward leaves team with Security

In a thrilling matchup, the Colorado Avalanche managed to secure a 6-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken, taking a 2-1 series lead in their playoff series. Notably, this game marked the first playoff game ever played at the Climate Pledge Arena, and the Avalanche managed to secure the win despite missing a key player in their lineup.

Things floating around twitter re: Nichushkin

- Could be an indefinite leave but he could be back for Game 4
- Apparently left team hotel for the Airport with a security team
- No longer in Seattle
- Agent nor team will explain further

Very strange, hope everything is ok— Drew Livingstone (@ProducerDrew_) April 23, 2023

I can't confirm but am hearing Nichushkin left the team hotel Saturday with security back to the airport. Not sure what went down or what prompted his departure. Want to respect his privacy but also concerned with current worldly affairs. Keeping a close eye on things. #GoAvsGo— Adrian Hernandez (@AdoHernandez27) April 23, 2023

I asked the agent of Valeri Nichushkin if his leave for personal reasons might last a while and he said «can't say»— Adrian Dater (@adater) April 23, 2023