Let's say you made the NHL as a defenseman, and you can choose a specific defenseman, and don't make the team that they play in be the reason you pick them.
I would go Chris Tanev, he madefringe 3rd pairing defenseman (Luca Sbisa), look like a top 4 dman

Drew Doughty. He plays such a complete game that his partner has a ton of freedom because he's responsible in all three zones

Well, since I'm a righty, I'd like my partner to be a lefty. Someone somewhat experienced to cover up for me, someone who can handle some offense as well. I think Hedman is the guy I'd love to have ideally, but someone like Chara, Giordano or even Keith would be cool

Kimmo Timonen

I shoot Right so if we're talking in the NHL i'd say McDonagh because i could play for the Rangers. I mean, the Isles would be fun to play for too. They're my favourite teams tied, but NYI has bad ice and might be leaving NY City. So i'll say McDonagh cause he'd be fun to play with, shoots left, and plays for the Rangers.

Dorion must trade Cody Ceci at once

Chara

why?

Drew Doughty, I'd be out there with the forwards, and be able to trust him to hold down the fort for me.

Josi or Doughty or Vlasic

Anton Stralman

Chara, the guy can use size or stick position and has helped mentor a lot of young NHL d-men.

I'm left-handed, but I play on my offside, so I'd choose Ryan McDonagh so I can teach that clown how to play real hockey.

OEL

If I can go back in time, Lidstrom or Niedermayer.

If not, Karlsson or Burns.