New Sharks Defenseman Discusses Difficult Exit From Carolina Hurricanes

New Sharks defenseman discusses difficult exit from Carolina Hurricanes

SAN JOSE – Longtime NHL defenseman Dmitry Orlov has been on playoff teams each of the last 10 years, including winning the Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals in 2018 and reaching the Eastern Conference final this past season with the Carolina Hurricanes. So why did Orlov, 33, decide to sign with the rebuilding Sharks, a team that appears years away from having the chance to reach such heights? The opportunity to play a significant role on …

Sharks’ additions on defense were badly needed, but also create one concern

SAN JOSE – Almost immediately after the Sharks bolstered their defense corps by signing free agent Dmitry Orlov and claiming Nick Leddy off waivers – two days after bringing John Klingberg aboard – questions began about how the front office would solve a sudden glut on the back end. The Sharks now have eight defensemen on one-way contracts, and none are waivers-exempt. Could one or two from the surplus be used in a trade to try to address anothe…

Dmitry Orlov Embraces Fresh Start in San Jose as Mentor for Sharks’ Next Generation - Sports Al Dente

Dmitry Orlov, a seasoned NHL defenseman, is embracing a fresh start with the San Jose Sharks after signing a two-year, $13 million deal. At 33 years old, Orlov believes the move represents a significant turning point in his career following two mentally challenging seasons with the Carolina Hurricanes. Despite high expectations upon joining the Hurricanes, Orlov found himself relegated to the bottom defensive pair and struggling to find consiste…

Media Availability (7/9): Orlov

Defenseman Dmitry Orlov speaks to the media after signing with the Sharks on July 3, 2025.