Vlasic (lower body) returned to practice Friday, Kevin Kurz of CSN Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vlasic has missed the Sharks' last-three games with a lower-body injury, but his return to practice Friday bodes well for his chances of returning to action Saturday against Minnesota. The 28-year-old blueliner's availability for San Jose's matchup with the Wild should be confirmed prior to puck drop Saturday evening.