Okay, Islanders fans it's time to have your voice heard! Given all that you have seen of the two players, who would you rather have? E-mail your comments to IslandersInsider@yahoo.com.

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"Larry" writes: I think the difference is simple, both are talented players and will be good NHL players for years to come, but here is the difference Parise in a lock to be a solid player a 2nd liner no higher. Nilsson has the ability to be a superstar and has a much higher upside or he could just end up a 2nd liner as well. I'm glad the Isles took the risk.
"Joe" writes: Although I believe Nilsson to be much more talented overall than Parise, I think that Parise brings intangibles to the table that make him more valuable than Nilsson.  There are too many "if" to Nilsson's game (he might be a great scorer/passer when he matures, etc) but Parise has known qualities (leadership, grit, etc).  In the end, I think Parise will be a better player.