No way should the Flames be looking for a goaltending upgrade right now.
I'm not sold that Ramo isn't the guy going forward. As Hells Bells posted above:
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Ramo: "How long until I see an NHL calibre defence in front of me?".
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Let's upgrade the defense first.
The quality of shots and added focus/pressure with a weaker defense means more strain on the goaltender, and in turn they will give up more goals/easier goals as they will be over worked.
A guy like Corey Crawford is in the running to be on the Canadian Olympic team this year, if he was on the Flames he wouldn't be given a thought. That's not a knock against Crawford, but that hockey is truly a team game. In order for an elite goalie to thrive they need a good team in front of them. In order for a goalie to step up and take their game to the next level they need help from their teammates.
Out defense isn't ready to take Ramo (Berra, whomever) to the next level, let's get them ready to help the goaltenders. If Ramo doesn't step up with them, then look elsewhere.