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Pockets helper Nieto provided an assist in Monday's 5-1 win over the Ducks.

Impact Nieto has two helpers during his active eight-game goal drought. The 30-year-old winger is up to 22 points, 103 shots on net, a minus-15 rating and 30 blocked shots through 72 appearances between the Avalanche and the Sharks.

MARCH 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adds assist in win Nieto produced an assist in Monday's 5-0 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Nieto has done alright for playing in a fourth-line role, picking up three points and 10 shots on net over 11 games in March. The 30-year-old winger has 21 points, a minus-16 rating, 101 shots on net, 37 hits and 14 PIM through 68 outings between the Avalanche and the Sharks this season.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal Monday Nieto scored a goal in Monday's 8-4 victory over Montreal.

Impact Nieto found the back of the net midway through the first period to increase Colorado's lead to 3-0. He has 12 goals and 20 points in 64 contests in 2022-23. Nieto provided three goals and just four points over his previous 25 outings.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Generates helper Nieto provided an assist, two shots on goal and two hits in Tuesday's 6-0 win over the Sharks.

Impact Nieto set up Denis Malgin's goal in the second period. It was a fourth-line contribution in a game that was dominated by the Avalanche's top line and first defense pairing. Nieto snapped a five-game point drought with the assist and now has eight 19 points, 95 shots on net, 34 hits, 27 blocked shots and a minus-16 rating through 61 appearances between the Avalanche the Sharks this season.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adds insurance tally Nieto scored a goal on five shots in Friday's 5-1 win over the Jets.

Impact Nieto tallied in the second period, snapping a four-game point drought. The 30-year-old winger has picked up three points, all goals, in 10 games since he was traded back to the Avalanche from the Sharks in January. He's collected 18 points, 91 shots on net and a minus-16 rating through 55 contests between the two teams this season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores second with Avs Nieto scored a goal on two shots over 9:42 of ice time in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Panthers.

Impact Nieto was surrounded by Panthers but given just enough time to one-time a feed from J.T. Compher and give Colorado a 2-0 lead. It was his second tally in five games since joining the Avalanche in late January. Nieto initially served on the second line but has since been dropped to a bottom-six role as injured Av forwards returned to the lineup.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Very trusted guy' Matt Nieto back with Avalanche, brings experience and familiarity Colorado acquired Nieto and Ryan Merkley in a trade with San Jose on Jan. 25. Nieto had previously played 253 games for the Avalanche.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sharks trade forward Matt Nieto back to Avalanche

The San Jose Sharks have sent forward Matt Nieto to Colorado for a second stint with the Avalanche in a four-player trade

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Matt Nieto Gifted Goal As Puck Bounces Off Backboards And Casey Desmith Before Going In

JANUARY 2, 2022 • YOUTUBE

HockeyBuzz.com - Ben Shelley - Sharks re-sign Matt Nieto NHL Hockey Trade Rumors

JUNE 22, 2021 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM

Suffers setback Nieto (lower body) has suffered a setback in his recovery, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Coach Bob Boughner was hoping Nieto would be ready to return sometime next week, but that seems to be out of the question following the forward's setback. Check back for another update on Nieto whenever he's given the green light to return to practice.

APRIL 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to miss another week Head coach Bob Boughner said Monday that Nieto (lower body) is expected to miss the rest of the week, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Impact Boughner was openly pessimistic about Nieto's recovery, so his return likely won't be for a while. The 28-year-old posted seven points over 28 games before this injury. He'll remain on injured reserve until he gains medical clearance.

MARCH 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured reserve Nieto (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Nieto has already missed five games with the injury -- if this was a retroactive designation, he's eligible to return at any time. The 28-year-old has mostly played in a middle-six role for the Sharks this year, with seven points in 28 contests.

MARCH 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Saturday Nieto (lower body) will not play Saturday versus the Coyotes, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Nieto will miss his fifth straight game with the injury. At this point, the 28-year-old winger's timeline has yet to be announced. His next chance to return is Monday versus the Wild.

MARCH 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Nieto (lower body) won't play Friday against Arizona, but he could be an option for Saturday's rematch with the Coyotes, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Nieto will miss a fourth straight game Friday, but he's clearly nearing a return to action. Another update on the 28-year-old forward should surface prior to puck drop Saturday night.

MARCH 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Wednesday Nieto (lower body) did not take line rushes and will not play Wednesday versus the Kings, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Nieto will miss his third straight game with the injury. With Nieto out, Antti Suomela is set to appear in a fourth-line role. Nieto's next chance to return is Friday versus the Coyotes.

MARCH 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sharks' Nieto Scores Off Of Ridiculous Between-The-Legs Pass From Karlsson

JANUARY 23, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Can Matt Nieto, Noah Gregor and others fix the Sharks' depth problem? The Sharks struggled to get any production from their fourth line last season, something that needs to change for them to be competitive.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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Sharks trade forward Matt Nieto back to Avalanche

Avalanche sign forward Matt Nieto to 2-year deal

Nieto's hat trick lifts Avalanche to 5-3 win over Stars

Nieto's hat trick lifts Avalanche to 5-3 win over Stars (Oct 24, 2017)

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San Jose Sharks Forward Depth Keeps Matt Nieto Scratched

Kings hold on for 3-2 win over Sharks behind Carter's goal (Dec 31, 2016)

Burns scores winner as Sharks down Ducks in OT (Dec 27, 2016)