Stanley Cup winner Orlov signed a contract with the San Jose Sharks

Stanley Cup winner Dmitry Orlov has signed a contract with the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL). This was announced on July 3 by the team's press service.

"The club has signed defender Dmitry Orlov to a two—year contract worth $13 million dollars ($6.5 million in annual terms)," the website says.

Mike Grier, the club's general manager, called the Russian athlete a valuable addition to the team.

During his career in the NHL, 33-year-old Orlov participated in 867 matches, in which he scored 327 points (76 goals and 251 assists). He played for the Carolina Hurricanes, Washington Capitals, and Boston Bruins. As a member of the Russian national team, the hockey player became a world champion and won three bronze medals at the tournament.

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