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Calgary4LIfe · 10-03-2013, 04:11 PM

I think it is very expected even before camp.

Ramo was signed to be the #1 (unless he faltered, or unless someone really out-played him). Can't really make an argument right now for him being undeserving of the starter's job right now, after camp and the preseason.

MacDonald was re-signed to be the veteran backup (and apparently, he has always been very good in his role).

Berra was traded for as 'insurance' in case Ramo didn't make the cut (or falters), but is probably seen as a legitimate candidate as well. He will get the bulk of the starts in the AHL.

Brossoit was probably seen as a possibility for the future, and there is no sense in wasting his development playing backup with limited games. ECHL starter's gig is probably better for his development than being a backup with limited starts in the AHL.

Ortio was probably the 'surprise' for the Flames this year. I have always liked him a lot, but he didn't look terribly confident in his first stint in NA. I think the Flames really wanted to see what they had in him, and he probably surprised the Flames' staff somewhat. However, adjusting to the NA game and getting him to backup Berra for now (with an option to become the starter if his play as compared to Berra's warrants it) is probably the best solution for him now.

Injuries can happen, and it changes the depth quite a lot. Would you call-up Brossoit to be the backup? Probably, and you probably play him a few games as well to see how he does with higher competition.

I think most people assumed that is how it would really shake out, unless Berra really out-played both MacDonald (I think he did) and Ramo. I bet the organization ends up calling Berra up for a short look in the NHL, and probably Ortio as well at some point (unless their seasons in the AHL are not going well). Brossoit stays in the ECHL until MacDonald gets moved (and he gets moved only if Ramo is playing well and consistently, and so are Berra and Ortio).

I think the Flames want to figure out what they have right now in Ramo, Berra and to a lesser degree, Ortio, regardless of how 'outstanding' Ramo may do this year. Weisbrod mentioned they may ask Gillies to turn pro after his NCAA season, and things get pretty crowded if they don't move some bodies.

Preseason or not, it was nice to see Ramo and Berra at least look pretty competent out there (if a bit nervous and unsteady). Was really worried one (or both) may bomb. A few arguable weak goals, but most goalies around the league let in a few more stinkers than normal shaking off the rust, not to mention goalies that come from across the pond.

10-03-2013, 04:11 PM	#39
Calgary4LIfe Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2010 Exp:	I think it is very expected even before camp. Ramo was signed to be the #1 (unless he faltered, or unless someone really out-played him). Can't really make an argument right now for him being undeserving of the starter's job right now, after camp and the preseason. MacDonald was re-signed to be the veteran backup (and apparently, he has always been very good in his role). Berra was traded for as 'insurance' in case Ramo didn't make the cut (or falters), but is probably seen as a legitimate candidate as well. He will get the bulk of the starts in the AHL. Brossoit was probably seen as a possibility for the future, and there is no sense in wasting his development playing backup with limited games. ECHL starter's gig is probably better for his development than being a backup with limited starts in the AHL. Ortio was probably the 'surprise' for the Flames this year. I have always liked him a lot, but he didn't look terribly confident in his first stint in NA. I think the Flames really wanted to see what they had in him, and he probably surprised the Flames' staff somewhat. However, adjusting to the NA game and getting him to backup Berra for now (with an option to become the starter if his play as compared to Berra's warrants it) is probably the best solution for him now. Injuries can happen, and it changes the depth quite a lot. Would you call-up Brossoit to be the backup? Probably, and you probably play him a few games as well to see how he does with higher competition. I think most people assumed that is how it would really shake out, unless Berra really out-played both MacDonald (I think he did) and Ramo. I bet the organization ends up calling Berra up for a short look in the NHL, and probably Ortio as well at some point (unless their seasons in the AHL are not going well). Brossoit stays in the ECHL until MacDonald gets moved (and he gets moved only if Ramo is playing well and consistently, and so are Berra and Ortio). I think the Flames want to figure out what they have right now in Ramo, Berra and to a lesser degree, Ortio, regardless of how 'outstanding' Ramo may do this year. Weisbrod mentioned they may ask Gillies to turn pro after his NCAA season, and things get pretty crowded if they don't move some bodies. Preseason or not, it was nice to see Ramo and Berra at least look pretty competent out there (if a bit nervous and unsteady). Was really worried one (or both) may bomb. A few arguable weak goals, but most goalies around the league let in a few more stinkers than normal shaking off the rust, not to mention goalies that come from across the pond.