Wed 2/11/15 2:56 PM

Coach Paul Maurice confirmed Wednesday that Byfuglien will move back to defense for Thursday's game against the Predators.Byfuglien has jockeyed between forward and defense all season, but had seen most of his time at the former position over the last week. However, he had tallied two of his three points in Sunday's game and Tuesday's game-winning goal while playing on the blue line, where he's surprisingly noticed his most productivity this season. Over 25 games while playing on defense, Byfuglien has racked up seven goals and 22 points, compared to seven goals and 15 assists in 31 games at forward. For leagues where Byfuglien is eligible at defenseman, he should remain among the very best fantasy contributors.