Henrik Sedin (upper body) returned to practice Tuesday, Ben Kuzma of the Vancouver Province reports.

Sedin (upper body) returned to practice Tuesday, Ben Kuzma of the Vancouver Province reports.

Analysis:

Sedin has missed the Canucks' last four games with an upper-body injury, but his return to practice Tuesday bodes well for his chances of returning to action Thursday against Columbus. Expect an update on the 35-year-old forward's status ahead of Vancouver's matchup with the Blue Jackets.