Dmitry Orlov Stats

Washington Capitals defenseman Dmitry Orlov was finally able to continue his season on Sunday, returning from a 16-game absence with two assists in a 5-2 win over Winnipeg. The Russian blue-liner hadn't played since Nov. 5 due to a lower-body injury. He logged 21:29 of ice time in his comeback game and picked up the helpers on Washington's final two goals, which were scored by Lars Eller and Alex Ovechkin. Orlov had three shots of his own in the contest and registered two blocks and one hit while finishing with an even rating. The 31-year-old now sits on seven points for the season, which have all come via assists. In 14 games played, Orlov has also tallied 29 shots, 31 hits and 18 blocks with a plus-three rating.

over 1 month ago

Washington Capitals defenseman Dmitry Orlov (lower body) came through another practice session on Sunday and could be back in the lineup when the team hits the ice next time against Philadelphia Wednesday night. He has been forced to watch seven games from the sidelines. The team has lost five of the games Orlov has missed, giving up four-plus goals six times, so head coach Peter Laviolette should be desperate to get him back out there. Orlov has collected five assists in 13 games this season with 26 shots, 30 hits and 16 blocks.

over 2 months ago

Washington Capitals defensemen John Carlson (lower body) and Dmitry Orlov (lower body) will remain out of the lineup Wednesday versus Pittsburgh despite being present at the morning skate. Carlson has sat out five games, while Orlov missed Monday's 5-4 win over Edmonton. Erik Gustafsson had a three-point performance against the Oilers and will continue to benefit from the injuries, while the blue line is getting a new addition Wednesday in Alexander Alexeyev (shoulder), who has been activated from Injured Reserve. The 22-year-old managed 19 points in 68 AHL games last season but didn't produce any offense in his lone game at the NHL level. He will be on the bottom pairing and likely won't be able to make a significant impact.

over 2 months ago

Washington Capitals defenseman Dmitry Orlov (lower body) didn't skate in Sunday's practice after getting hurt Saturday night versus Arizona. He was able to play for only a little over seven minutes against the Coyotes. The Capitals have already been without John Carlson (lower body) for a few games, and the personnel at the back could now look very interesting on Monday against Edmonton if Orlov is also unable to play. Nick Jensen ate up the most minutes Saturday with Orlov missing, and he could now be considered the de facto Capitals No. 1 defenseman if the team's two best blue-liners aren't healthy enough to be in the lineup.

over 2 months ago