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There's a good chance HIFK already knew Raanta had strong interest from NHL teams at that point. Perhaps with the thought Ortio may end up in North America they took a gamble to have another chance at a good starter hoping that they get one of them back.
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Everyone assumed from the start that Raanta is not likely to play in Finland next season. Makes it especially difficult to judge what HIFK is thinking. Maybe they know Ortio is leaving; maybe Ortio hasn't made any decision yet.