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Originally Posted by CliffFletcher
But I do think there's a better chance right now that Brossoit, in the long run, turns into a better goalie than either Ramo or Berra, and about an equal chance as Ortio.
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I love Brossoit. Let me say that first.
However, look at the past goalie prospects the Flames have had - McElhinney and Irving. Both of these guys were blue-chippers. Both of them showed flashes of brilliance. Both of them are still young enough to eventually find their way in the NHL as starters, but at this point, it doesn't look great - especially for Irving.
Ramo and Berra, though they haven't been awesome, have shown flashes of being starters. Still have a bit of ways to go, but the odds that Brossoit gets to their position is low. I personally think he will, but odds are that it is low. Olivier Roy played in the WJC's, and was a highly regarded prospect - pretty sure everyone feels he is just a throw-in to balance contracts, and unless he starts showing something amazing will probably not be re-signed by the Flames. I do hope the best for Brossoit, but the odds that he will become as good as Ramo and Berra are low at this point, and thus the trade.
I am actually sorry to see them both go. I do think they are both legitimate prospects that could prosper - especially Horak. Everyone talks that Brossoit's future success is what could re-balance this deal in Edmonton's favor if he develops into a world-class starter, but Horak is a serviceable player that plays a sound 200ft game and has some upside still. He is very likely to be the only player that ends up seeing any amount of games for the Oilers. Strong character guy too.
Eakins is going to love this guy - he obviously knows how to play within systems and take directions from the coaching staff well, and I am sure he will go through the boards in trying to please Eakins. I bet he becomes a fixture on Edmonton's third line this season, if they end up trading Hemsky away somehow.