That's a dog's breakfast Flames lineup in Denver, but makes some sense given the loopy three preseason games in three consecutive nights.
I'll be listening for a big game for Ortio, for sure, but it's Granlund who really needs to step it up and right away, imho. I don't think he's an NHL regular, he looks really small and plays sorta tiny, and doesn't do anything especially well. But he's been in the system awhile and gets his opportunities to play, so...maybe he fits somehow.
I wouldn't be at all surprised to see him packaged with a "regular" like Raymond, for picks. Wouldn't break my heart.
Poirier has been mediocre at best, even disappointing, but he should be granted more time.
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