I actually thought Jooris was the 'easiest guy to throw away' from the three. I like Jooris, don't get me wrong, but he doesn't have Colborne's upside and ability, and Ortio could have had more on an impact than Jooris as well. Just funny how things work out sometimes.
I can't see the Flames being interested in Ortio any longer with the Johnson signing. There is no spot to put him in. He had a lot of opportunity last season, but was 'bad' - 'meh', but still had upside. With Elliot never having played a starter's season, it makes more sense to get someone a bit more established in the backup role. I also did like Ortio - just ran out of time and room to make an impact.
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