With the first nine games in the books on this early 2022-23 Colorado Avalanche season, we take time to reflect on the start and the upcoming trip to Finland for the NHL Global Series and a pair of games against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Which Avalanche player has had the most impressive first month?
Evan: Is there any other answer than Valeri Nichushkin? The train has been steaming along, leading the league in points and goals scored. When his new contract was signed and announced to the world, there was some speculation about it being a larger number than some expected.