Here are my thoughts and the order I would pursue them. I would also ink Ortio to a 2 way contract if possible.
1. Michal Neuvirth. He is ready imo to be a #1 guy. Has looked excellent in the games I have seen him this year. Need to find a way to pry him out of Philly though.
2. Trade Hiller for Bernier straight up. Bernier has another year left and would give the Flames a chance to see if he can get back the game that most people had him considered as a can't miss starter. As for Reimer I don't see him hitting the market, the Leafs will ink him.
3. Antti Raanta. Has not had his best year this season but his past numbers suggest this guy has great potential and skill. If Neuvirth can't be had I think a combo of Bernier and Raanta would be the best way for the Flames to go.
4. Ben bishop. He is signed for another year but I honestly don't think the Bolts trade him.
It really depends on what happens with Stamkos, if he walks then I can't see the Bolts moving him and it certainly won't be before the deadline. It would be an off season trade.
5. Bring back Ramo. Has been solid at times, he can be a stop gap until the team is ready to contend.
6. Frederik Anderson. My problem with Andersen is I don't see him as all that better than Ramo and to acquire him won't be cheap as it is a trade with a division rival.
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