The Red Wings acquired Simek and a seventh-round 2024 pick from San Jose in exchange for Klim Kostin on Friday.
Simek (lower body) was put on waivers Thursday.
Simek (lower body) is about a week away from being able to fully participate in practices, coach David Quinn told Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now on Saturday.
Simek (lower body) was moved to injured reserve Monday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Simek (concussion/foot) will return to the lineup versus Vancouver on Thursday, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.
Simek (concussion/foot) could play before the end of the Sharks' current road trip, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.
Simek is considered week-to-week because of a reoccurring situation related to the two concussions he suffered this season, Corey Masisak of The Athletic reports.
Simek (foot) is dealing with multiple injuries, including a foot problem, and didn't join the team for its three-game road trip, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports Monday.
Simek (upper body) will be a healthy scratch Thursday against Nashville, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.
Simek (upper body) will be available to play Thursday versus Nashville if needed, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.