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 19.2 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Dmitry Orlov is a veteran defenseman with 14 seasons under his belt, having played 949 career games and amassed 364 points. He demonstrated a peak GAR of 8.3 in 2015-16, establishing himself as a reliable offensive presence from the blueline.
Currently, the 34-year-old continues to be a significant contributor, recording 37 points in 82 games this season. His impressive +12 GAR from even-strength offense is the primary driver of his 5.4 overall GAR, showcasing his continued impact.
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% | 6.3 | 0.3 | 19.2 | 1.44 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.4 | -2.7 | +2.6 | +0.6 |
League percentile rank: points 70th, GAR 88th, WAR 88th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 82 | 3 | 34 | 37 | 19.2 |
| 2024-25 | 76 | 6 | 22 | 28 | 3.9 |
| 2023-24 | 82 | 6 | 20 | 26 | 16.2 |
| 2022-23 | 66 | 7 | 29 | 36 | 12.9 |
| 2021-22 | 76 | 12 | 23 | 35 | 21.7 |
| 2020-21 | 51 | 8 | 14 | 22 | 10.9 |
| 2019-20 | 69 | 4 | 23 | 27 | 25.8 |
| 2018-19 | 82 | 3 | 26 | 29 | 6.4 |
| 2017-18 | 82 | 10 | 21 | 31 | 24.0 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 6 | 27 | 33 | 7.5 |
| 2015-16 | 82 | 8 | 21 | 29 | -0.4 |
| 2013-14 | 54 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 6.3 |
| 2012-13 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -0.1 |
| 2011-12 | 60 | 3 | 16 | 19 | -0.2 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Dmitry Orlov has been worth 19.2 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 88th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.4 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-2.7).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 25.8 in 2019-20.
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 19.2 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 88th percentile of NHL players.
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 88th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (19.2) in the 2025-26 season.