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Justin · 02-29-2016, 05:40 PM

Both being from Finland, I imagine Backstrom's contract was taken on in order for him to mentor Ortio. Perhaps he'll retire at the end of the year and retain a goalie coaching position.

02-29-2016, 05:40 PM	#149
Justin Crash and Bang Winger Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: St. John's NL Exp:	Both being from Finland, I imagine Backstrom's contract was taken on in order for him to mentor Ortio. Perhaps he'll retire at the end of the year and retain a goalie coaching position.