While I don't want to see either Hiller or Ramo injured, I'd like to see what Ortio can do in another NHL call-up before we name him as a backup goaltender and let Ramo go.
Ortio had a solid season last year in the AHL and looking to have one this year, but his NHL showing last season was only average. He was 4-4 with a 2.51 GAA and a .891 in 9 games.
If Ortio has another solid season come trade deadline time, I wouldn't mind seeing him being called up and on the roster as a 3rd goalie and perhaps getting some games that Hiller or Ramo would to give him yet another tryout and see where he is. I think this would be the only way to give him another audition if both Ramo and Hiller stay healthy this year. Although if Ramo keeps playing fairly solid, he could be moved at the deadline and Ortio gets the call up anyway.
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