Count me in as someone that was both surprised and excited with Hathaway. Didn't think he would CONSISTENTLY be this difficult to play against and get so many opposing players off their games. I knew he was doing that at the AHL level, but many guys become way to hesitant to keep pulling that off at the NHL level. Good on him, and I think the Flames will make room for him next season.
Hamilton was up and down for me, but I think he got better and more comfortable out there. Didn't mind him in the least, though I don't think you can really pencil him in for next year. Will be tough for him to make it out of camp/pre-season listed on the Flames roster, but after seeing him I wouldn't say it would be the most shocking thing.
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