Dmitry Orlov — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Dmitry Orlov is an NHL defenseman for the San Jose Sharks.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Dmitry Orlov has 6 points (2 goals, 4 assists) in 16 games, a 32-point pace over 84 games. He is 8th on the San Jose Sharks in scoring. 2 of the 6 came at even strength and 4 on the power play. He is averaging 17:49 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Dmitry Orlov consistently logs top-pair minutes, providing a high impact as a defenseman late in his career. He is an effective penalty killer, contributing significantly to defensive situations and handling substantial responsibility on the ice.
Orlov's game is defined by his defensive reliability. He excels at shutting down opponents and plays a crucial role for his team, though he rarely blocks shots.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | San Jose Sharks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 215 lb |
| Born | July 23, 1991 (age 35) in Novokuznetsk, Russia |
| Draft | 2009 — Round 2, Pick 55 — WSH |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -13 | 8 | 16 | 12.5% | 17:49 | 51.0% | 0.7 | -0.1 | 0.3 | 0.05 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.3 | +0.0 | +0.7 | -0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 65th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Power Play | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 4 | 6 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:49 | 16 | 12.5% | 2 | 2 | 0.38 | 0.7 | -0.43 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0.3 |
| 2025-26 | 82 | 3 | 34 | 37 | 6.4 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 6 | 22 | 28 | 4.7 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 6 | 20 | 26 | 7.3 |
| 2022-23 | 66 | 7 | 29 | 36 | 5.4 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 12 | 23 | 35 | 7.2 |
| 2020-21 | 51 | 8 | 14 | 22 | 5.4 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 4 | 23 | 27 | 5.4 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 3 | 26 | 29 | 0.0 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 10 | 21 | 31 | 7.0 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 6 | 27 | 33 | 7.6 |
| 2015-16 | 82 | 8 | 21 | 29 | 8.3 |
| 2013-14 | 54 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 3.0 |
| 2012-13 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Dmitry Orlov has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by power-play offense (+0.7 GAR), while his shorthanded defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 8.3 in 2015-16.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dmitry Orlov's GAR this season?
Dmitry Orlov has been worth 0.3 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dmitry Orlov's WAR this season?
Dmitry Orlov has been worth about 0.1 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Dmitry Orlov have this season?
Dmitry Orlov has 2 goals and 4 assists for 6 points in 16 games this season.
Is Dmitry Orlov a good defenseman?
Dmitry Orlov ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (0.3) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Dmitry Orlov's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Dmitry Orlov has accumulated 67.8 career GAR and 351 points.
How tall is Dmitry Orlov, and how much does he weigh?
Dmitry Orlov is 5'11" tall and weighs 215 lb. Born July 23, 1991 (age 35) in Novokuznetsk, Russia.
How does Dmitry Orlov score across situations in 2026-27?
Dmitry Orlov has 2 even-strength points, 4 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Dmitry Orlov's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Dmitry Orlov has scored on 12.5% of 16 shots in 2026-27.