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Originally Posted by btimbit
I was against bringing Ortio up, thinking he'd just get lit up and it could end up setting him back. But with how the team seems to be playing now, I agree, especially if Ramo is going to miss any games. I saw one of the split squad games in the pre season and the 2 goalies were Ortio and JoeyMac. Ortio was definitely the superior of the 2 then, and he's even better now
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Just keep in mind that Ortio started last season in Abbey, so he has more experience on NHL ice.
If Burke expects to let 2 goalies go at the end of the year, one will be Macdonald. The 2nd will be either Roy or Berra. If we have a better look at what Ortio can do(and Roy in Abbotsford) then maybe this sways thoughts on where the flames sit with goaltenders.
As an aside, calling Ortio up, and practicing him, paying him, while not necessarily starting him, is a huge advantage. You see a lot in practice. You also show Ortio that he is in your plans. You only start Ortio in a game if he shows he's earned it. #meritocracy