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Originally Posted by Textcritic
Because it is so, SO much harder coming back into the NHL if he ultimately wants to play here. After only one season of NA professional hockey, Ortio probably only considers the KHL if he does not think the NHL will be an option for him at any point of his career. He will stay because he hasn't had enough time yet to make that decision. If he was 25-years-old and still not on an NHL roster, then I think the KHL becomes a real viable option, but not now.
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Ortio took the option once to go back overseas(last season). If there is a chance, give him opportunity. We are rebuilding. If he has earned a chance, then give him a chance.
When his contract is up (I think summer 2015, I can guarantee there will be KHL teams offering 7-8 figures on a long term deal. If the flames don't know what they have, junior kipper is bye bye.