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Originally Posted by Bingo
The biggest gains by the Flames with Ortio's recent play is that I think it opens up more options for next year if they're serious about getting back to the playoffs.
They don't need to move big assets for say Bishop possibly, because a guy that looks ready will have a back up that will push him.
That's a far cry from trading for a guy like Freddy Anderssen and just giving him 65 games.
His run gets him a contract, and with a good start next year he could even be part of a platoon. Don't need to find a beast in net now that Ortio has shown he can pitch in at NHL backup level.
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Ortio has changed nothing on that front. If they wanted Bishop badly a few months ago that will not change today based on performances in garbage time. If these games really counted largely in player evaluations the Flanes would be offering Colborne $3.5 million for next season. The Flames will still be big game hunting on the goaltender front in the offseason and all Ortio has earned is a contract and the opportunity to compete for a roster spot.