Dmitry Orlov — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Dmitry Orlov is an NHL defenseman for the San Jose Sharks. In the 2025-26 season Dmitry Orlov has 3 goals, 34 assists and 37 points in 82 games, worth 4.8 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Dmitry Orlov is a seasoned offensive defenseman, boasting 949 career games across 14 NHL seasons. The 35-year-old blueliner has consistently contributed offense, accumulating 364 career points from 79 goals and 285 assists. His career high in impact came in 2015-16, where he posted a GAR of 9.7.
This season with the San Jose Sharks, Orlov has played a full 82-game schedule, recording 37 points (3 goals, 34 assists) and a GAR of 4.8. His primary contribution to the team's success is driven by his even-strength offense, where he continues to generate scoring opportunities.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | San Jose Sharks |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Weight | 215 lb |
| Draft | 2009 — Round 2, Pick 55 — WSH |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82 | 3 | 34 | 37 | -28 | 48 | 91 | 3.3% | 21:12 | 51.9% | 4.9 | 0.2 | 4.8 | 0.87 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.1 | -0.5 | +2.6 | +0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 70th, GAR 85th, WAR 85th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 82 | 3 | 34 | 37 | 4.8 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 6 | 22 | 28 | 4.1 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 6 | 20 | 26 | 6.4 |
| 2022-23 | 66 | 7 | 29 | 36 | 5.6 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 12 | 23 | 35 | 5.9 |
| 2020-21 | 51 | 8 | 14 | 22 | 6.7 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 4 | 23 | 27 | 6.7 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 3 | 26 | 29 | -0.2 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 10 | 21 | 31 | 5.6 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 6 | 27 | 33 | 8.6 |
| 2015-16 | 82 | 8 | 21 | 29 | 9.7 |
| 2013-14 | 54 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 4.3 |
| 2012-13 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.1 |
| 2011-12 | 60 | 3 | 16 | 19 | 3.2 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Dmitry Orlov has been worth 4.8 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 85th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.1 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.5).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 9.7 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 4.8 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 85th percentile of NHL players.
What is Dmitry Orlov's WAR this season?
Dmitry Orlov has been worth about 0.9 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 85th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Dmitry Orlov have this season?
Dmitry Orlov has 3 goals and 34 assists for 37 points in 82 games this season.
Is Dmitry Orlov a good defenseman?
Dmitry Orlov ranks in the 85th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (4.8) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Dmitry Orlov's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Dmitry Orlov has accumulated 71.5 career GAR and 364 points.
When was Dmitry Orlov drafted?
Dmitry Orlov was drafted in 2009 — Round 2, Pick 55 — WSH.