The San Jose Sharks have signed veteran Dmitry Orlov to a two-year deal, shoring up a crucial area while maintaining long-term flexibility.

The San Jose Sharks have signed defenseman Dmitry Orlov to a 2-year, $13 million contract, the team announced Thursday.

General Manager Mike Grier announced today that the club has signed defenseman Dmitry Orlov to a two-year contract worth $13 million ($6.5 million AAV). “Dmitry is a strong, two-way defenseman who brings physicality and versatility on the ice,