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  1. Good on Val hope he’s able to find help. We might need to make our trade deadline move a little earlier though so we don’t have to play mack and mikko 25 minutes a night

  2. ffs should of done that back when he dipped playoff time. Is there something coming down the pipeline that hasn’t been said from the NHL / NHLPA like they are actively testing guys now and if positive you have to check in if you don’t want results in the media?

  3. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), approximately 90% of individuals who have struggled with alcohol addiction will experience at least one relapse during their lifetime.

    Keep building the foundation and you will be successful. As long as you never give up on beating it.

    See you soon, Val

  4. Good for him. You’ve got this Val. There’s more important things in life than hockey, and sports in general. Do it for you and your family.

    Obviously each person is different, but I have no doubt that the Avs will give Val everything he needs to make this a successful recovery. I’m sure Sammy G will be in his corner helping him.

  5. So Val has been playing outta his mind with this hanging over his head?? I can’t believe what he is gonna do when he feels ready to come back and got the needed help he needs.

  6. Take all they time you need my guy. We’re all here for you. We be welcome back with open arms.

  7. Well this worked super well for Spinny Boi. Here’s hoping for similar results for Val. Even if not, nothing but love for our Chu Chu Train!

  8. Oh boy, so sorry for Val. It‘s incredible that he was playing on this level while feeling bad.
    Big shout out to the Avs organization. It seems that they are taking care of the human, not of the player. Get well soon, Val! ❤️

  9. I’ve had a couple family need to enter rehab for alcohol related abuse. This is a huge step towards recovery. Whether it’s drugs or alcohol, good on Val for wanting to be better for himself and his family.

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