Stars coach Jim Montgomery wasted no time in his answer Tuesday morning.
Does teenage defenseman Miro Heiskanen remind you of anybody?
"Niedermayer," Montgomery quickly said. "Scott Niedermayer."
Heiskanen has been a revelation this season for the Stars, who have entrusted more than 23 minutes a night to the 19-year-old former first-round pick. He's responded by wowing with his smooth skating and effortless acceleration, plus chipping in on the offensive end. Heiskanen has seven goals and 10 assists, and his 17 points are tied for fifth among all NHL rookies.
Niedermayer is the Hall of Fame defenseman with New Jersey and Anaheim who won four Stanley Cups, a Norris Trophy and a Conn Smythe Trophy.