With both of his linemates injured, Heatley will play with what used to be the second line. Heater has nine goals and 21 points through 32 games which is good for second on the team.
Yeo said Heatley back playing on his off wing, citing the goal he scored Saturday #mnwild
With declining foot speed, Heatley likely looks better as a RW. Regardless, he probably should retain dual-wing eligibility next season due to the switch.
In another Wild-San Jose Sharks blockbuster, General Manager Chuck Fletcher acquired much-maligned but potentially lethal goal scorer Dany Heatley on Sunday night after Martin Havlat waived his no-move clause to head west.