Novak (upper body) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Avalanche, Predators Radio Host Max Herz reports.
Novak (upper body) won't play against Florida on Thursday, per Nick Kieser of 102.5 ESPN Nashville.
Novak missed Wednesday's game versus the Capitals due to an upper-body injury.
Novak scored a goal in Tuesday's 4-0 win over the Bruins.
Novak netted a goal in Tuesday's 7-3 loss versus the Kraken.
Novak scored a goal and added two assists, one on the power play, in Saturday's preseason loss to the Hurricanes.
Novak scored a goal on four shots in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Jets.
Novak signed a three-year, $10.5 million contract extension with the Predators on Monday.
Novak scored a power-play goal and added an even-strength assist in Saturday's 5-1 win over the Avalanche.
Novak recorded an assist and two shots on goal in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Kings.