Editor's note: Our Ross Devonport and Michael Hurcomb read, write and analyze everything Fantasy Hockey on a daily basis for CBSSports.com. They agree and disagree on a variety of subjects on a weekly basis and will share their opinions on Fantasy-relevant topics each week.

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Who is a stopgap option that Niklas Kronwall owners can add off waivers?
Ross Devonport Michael Hurcomb
I know it might seem obvious, but I really like Kronwall's usual defensive partner, Brad Stuart, in this spot. Stuart is only four years removed from a 43-point campaign and racked up 27 minutes of ice time and over five minutes on the power play in a win last week over Montreal. He has shown offensive talent with the extra man in the past and is only owned in seven percent of leagues at the moment. If the Wings are willing to give him a chance, then you should, too.
Anton Stralman is the first name that comes to mind, but since I've been harping about him for weeks, I will give you another name -- Ian White. Toronto head coach Ron Wilson said he will not be moving White to forward since he has been one of the team's best blueliners at both ends of the ice. That's not such a bad thing since White doesn't have to worry about altering his game to play two different positions. White has good offensive skills, but his problem is inconsistency. Still, he isn't a bad buy while Kronwall is out.
Which backup goalie has more Fantasy value -- Jimmy Howard, Johan Hedberg or Tuukka Rask?
Ross Devonport Michael Hurcomb
I think we have three very different situations here. Howard is likely to get the most starts of this group, as the Wings know they have to keep Chris Osgood fresh for the playoffs. Rask, meanwhile, is stuck behind a guy with a big contract and the Vezina Trophy in his back pocket, so I can't see him getting a huge increase in action unless Tim Thomas gets banged up. Hedberg, meanwhile, is maybe a short hot streak away from taking the No. 1 job in Atlanta away from Ondrej Pavelec, who has an awful 3.47 GAA in November. For that reason, I would rather have Hedberg on my Fantasy squad, I think.
It's really a toss-up between Howard and Rask. But for me it boils down to the wins. Boston plays stellar defense, but if the B's early-season scoring woes continue, Rask is going to face a lot of heartache. Detroit is battling injury problems, but they still have enough talent to put points on the board. Also, I feel Chris Osgood is the bigger injury risk than Tim Thomas. Detroit wouldn't be upset if Howard gets close to 30 appearances, so Osgood is fresh for the playoffs. I take Howard because he might end up with more wins and appearances than Rask.
Which former No. 1 overall pick is going to have a better career -- John Tavares (2009), Steven Stamkos (2008) or Patrick Kane (2007)?
Ross Devonport Michael Hurcomb
What Tavares has done for the Islanders this season since coming out of the Draft as one of the most highly-touted prospects since Wayne Gretzky is just phenomenal. He has 19 points in 21 games, despite playing on a line alongside relative unknown Matt Moulson and career 30-point guy Richard Park. Can you just imagine what Tavares would be doing if he had some legitimate offensive threats on either side of him? I see the youngster having his ups and downs during his rookie campaign, but he'll be a stud for years to come.
The easy choice would be Tavares since he is having the best start to his career out of the three, but I'm going with Stamkos. I've been overly impressed with his attitude since his rookie season. He faced a lot of criticism after his slow start, but instead of folding, he got to work and you are seeing his tireless effort paying off. Also, he has a great mentor in Vincent Lecavalier, another former first overall pick. I think that is one area Tavares and Kane are lacking, and Stamkos learning from Vinny will pay off in the long run.
What player or storyline has caught your attention in Fantasy?
Ross Devonport Michael Hurcomb
Man, you have to love what Maxim Afinogenov has done since being signed by the Thrashers right before the season started. The Russian, who many owners left for dead in Fantasy terms after two disastrous final years in Buffalo, has exploded out of the gate for 20 points in his first 20 games this season playing on a line with fellow countrymen Nik Antropov and Ilya Kovalchuk. Just like last year with Rich Peverley, the Thrashers have uncovered another gem here.
I'm still trying to make sense of what to expect from James Neal. Even now that he is popping up on opposing teams' scouting reports, Neal has shown no signs of slowing down. He is excelling playing on the Stars' most-productive line with Brad Richards and Loui Eriksson. Defenders are getting physical with Neal, but he says he is used to it dating back to his junior days. Even then, he never managed 30 goals in a season. He is on pace for 40 in 2009-10, and maybe coach Marc Crawford just knows how to get the most out of Neal.

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