San Jose Sharks Sign Dmitry Orlov
The San Jose Sharks have added experienced defenseman Dmitry Orlov to their roster, signing him to a two-year deal that carries a salary cap hit of $6.5 million, as reported by Pierre LeBrun from a reliable league source.
Career Overview
With 13 seasons under his belt in the NHL, Orlov has established himself as a versatile defender with a solid ability to manage substantial ice time, averaging around 20 minutes per game throughout his career. This past season, while playing for the Carolina Hurricanes, he maintained this average, showcasing his reliability.
Offensive Contributions
In terms of offensive contributions, the 33-year-old blueliner recorded six goals and provided 22 assists across 76 regular season games. During postseason play, he added four assists to his playoff statistics. Remarkably, Orlov has achieved a positive plus-minus rating in 12 out of his 13 NHL seasons and has reached or exceeded the 20-point mark in scoring for the last decade, demonstrating his consistent performance.
Durability and Reliability
Although not necessarily known for being an offensive powerhouse, Orlov is recognized as a reliable puck-mover with commendable durability, standing 5-foot-11. In fact, he only missed six games over the two most recent seasons with the Hurricanes, during which he blocked 120 shots and delivered 217 hits.
Notable Moments
One notable moment from his recent season, however, was an unfortunate incident during the Eastern Conference final against the Florida Panthers. Following a tough game where he and his teammates were outperformed, Orlov was seen breaking his stick against the goal post in frustration. Nonetheless, this moment does not overshadow his extensive career and contributions on the ice.
