Predators' Ryan Ellis: Out 4-to-6 weeks

Ellis (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Ellis was placed on injured reserve as a result. The 30-year-old blueliner is currently second on the team in ice time, averaging 24:39 per contest, and he's recorded nine points and 37 blocked shots through the first 21 games. The four-week timeline would allow Ellis to return March 30 against the Stars.