Canucks' Derek Dorsett: Eyeing week-long absence

Dorsett (shoulder) is 7-to-10 days away from returning to Vancouver's lineup.

Analysis:

This timeframe released by the Canucks on Tuesday is essentially what they expected when Dorsett was placed on injured reserve Monday. Either way, Dorsett has averaged only 8:45 of ice time in five games this season, so don't expect an explosive return when he's ready to play.