Calgary Flames: With changes needed in their bottom six, Hathaway's toughness would fill the gap left by departing players like Lucic and Ritchie. He could bolster their fourth line and contribute to the penalty kill.
New York Rangers: Seeking improvements after falling short in the playoffs, the Rangers could benefit from Hathaway's toughness on their fourth line. He would provide secondary scoring and strengthen their penalty-killing unit.