That's because the Flames did not qualify Ortio means they are letting him go. One of the reason is they didn't want to gamble on the arbitrator giving Ortio a salary that is more than what they think he deserves. They can still sign him for a cheaper price. They knew Ortio doesn't really have a lot of options right now but to sign with the Flames. The same goes to Colborne, Arnold and the rest of the players that weren't qualified. Only difference with Colborne is there is a potential they might lose him if he gets a bigger offer than the Flames. I am sure there are other teams who would love to overpay Colborne. Others not so much.
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