Dmitry Orlov has joined the San Jose Sharks on a two-year contract worth $13 million. The Sharks have been active in free agency, needing to add $20 million to meet the salary cap floor. Orlov's cap hit will be $6.5 million through the 2026-27 season. The team also claimed Nick Leddy off waivers and signed veteran John Klingberg. General manager Mike Grier stated that the focus is on a youth movement and building the team rather than pursuing high-profile free agents this summer.
Dmitry Orlov signed a two-year contract worth $13 million with the San Jose Sharks, valued at $6.5 million against the salary cap through 2026-27.
San Jose Sharks, needing to add $20 million to meet the minimum salary floor, also claimed Nick Leddy off waivers and previously signed John Klingberg.
General manager Mike Grier emphasized the Sharks' focus on youth and did not anticipate pursuing big-money free agents during this offseason.
Orlov is the only experienced defenseman the Sharks have signed beyond the 2026 season, highlighting their strategy of building a strong defense.
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