Vlasic (lower body) will be sidelined for at least one more week, Kevin Kurz of CSN Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tuesday's news officially rules Vlasic out of the Shark's next five contests, and indicates he might not be ready to return to action until April. The 28-year-old defender's owners will hope to have him back as soon as possible, as he's been a steady source of offense this season, tallying 39 points (eight goals, 31 assists) and 116 shots on goal in 67 games. The Sharks should provide an update on Vlasic's status once he's able to resume skating.