Whom Would You Rather Have?

PETER SVOBODA
D LIGHTNING
At 34, he's the senior member of Tampa Bay's defense. The 16-year veteran has provided valuable leadership, and through Sunday he had a goal and three assists in 17 games.

OR

PETER SVOBODA
D MAPLE LEAFS
At 20, he's the junior member of Toronto's defense. The rookie, who was the Maple Leafs' second-round draft choice in 1998, has shown promise with a goal and an assist in 12 games.

The Verdict: We'll go with Petr Svoboda—the younger one.