Predators defensemen Roman Josi and Luke Schenn are so different they may be perfect for one another.
Each player was selected in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, Josi chosen in the second round (38th overall by Nashville) and Schenn in the first (fifth overall by Toronto).
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