Even with the playoff performance of Tyler Bertuzzi, Orlov is probably still Boston's best Trade Deadline acquisition this season. Not to mention, the defender had 8 assists against the Panthers in the first round and was tied for second on the team in playoff points.
Acquired from the Capitals - along with Garnet Hathaway - at the March 3rd Deadline, the defenseman hinted at the fact of possibly returning to Washington this summer:
Orlov, 31, is reportedly looking for a four or five-year deal, and with it being his last time to ''cash out'' as he eluded to, the Russian could want a deal around his current $5.1 million AAV.
However, he's also not so confident it a reunion will work with his former club:
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4 MAI | 201 ANSWERS Dmitry Orlov Shares His Plans Heading Into Free Agency Should the Bruins try to re-sign Dmitry Orlov? | ||
Yes | 161 | 80.1 % |
No | 40 | 19.9 % |
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