I think Ramo is just fine as a backup who can act as a starter when needed and I wouldn't mind having 1 guy you are familiar with rather than going out and getting 2 brand new goalies and hoping it works out. I don't see the Flames keeping Hiller at all, and there aren't enough nets to keep Ortio around much longer with both Gillies and McDonald needing playing time in the pros. The danger of cleaning house and having nobody ready to play NHL games means you get some very, very ugly results, so unless you're getting 2 high quality goaltenders through trade or free agency, having someone like Ramo here fills a gap.
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