Orlov (lower body) will not suit up Monday against Edmonton, Samantha Pell of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Orlov was considered a game-time call so he likely isn't dealing with a very serious injury. The 31-year-old is averaging 21:17 of ice time with five assists through 13 games this season and will miss his first contest Monday. Lucas Johansen is expected to make his season debut in Orlov's absence.

Orlov (lower body) will be a game-time decision versus the Oilers on Monday, Samantha Pell of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Orlov managed just 7:02 of ice time before being forced to withdraw from Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Arizona due to his lower-body injury. Prior to his exit, the 31-year-old defender was mired in a four-game pointless streak and is still searching for his first goal of the campaign. With John Carlson (lower body) still out, Erik Gustafsson figures to continue logging heavy minutes, including with the No. 1power-play unit, if Orlov can't go Monday.

Orlov (lower body) wasn't on the ice for Sunday morning's practice, per Matt Weyrich of NBC Sports Washington.

EDGE Analysis

Orlov departed Saturday's game against the Coyotes after suffering a lower-body injury and his status for Monday's contest with the Oilers is in doubt. The 31-year-old defenseman has five assists through his first 13 games of the season while chipping in 30 hits and 16 blocked shots. Lucas Johansen would likely join the lineup if Orlov is forced to miss Monday's tilt while Martin Fehervary or Erik Gustafsson would bump up to the top pairing,

Orlov is questionable to return due to a lower-body injury sustained Saturday versus the Coyotes.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear how Orlov was injured, but it's not a good sign for the Capitals. John Carlson (lower body) has been out for a week, and losing Orlov would leave the team down two of its top-four defensemen. More information on his status should surface before Monday's game versus the Oilers if he's unable to get back on the ice Saturday.

Orlov provided an assist, four shots on goal, four hits and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Orlov had to do some heavy lifting Saturday, as John Carlson exited with a lower-body injury in the first period. The 31-year-old Orlov skated 26:38 to lead the Capitals while providing his usual steady defense. He's also had some success on offense lately, picking up all five of his assists this season in the last five games. Should Carlson miss time, Orlov would be a candidate to quarterback the top power-play unit. The Russian has added 20 shots on net, 27 hits, 13 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating through nine contests this season.

Orlov had three assists in a 4-3 win over the Kings on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

It's the second-straight game that Orlov has picked some apples. Orlov has four assists in his last two games. His best offensive season came last year when he delivered 12 goals and 23 assists in 76 games.

Orlov (lower body) feels ready to play on Opening Night after fully participating in Sunday's practice, Samantha Pell of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Orlov said he tweaked something in Wednesday's preseason contest and didn't feel quite right afterward, so the Capitals decided to be cautious. He should be available to play Wednesday against Boston as long as he receives the green light from Washington's trainers.

Orlov (lower body) will not play in Saturday's preseason finale against the Blue Jackets, Samantha Pell of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Orlov took part in Saturday's morning skate but will miss the final preseason tune-up against Columbus. The 31-year-old defender's absence is not expected to linger through Washington's regular-season opener against the Bruins on Oct. 12, but check back for updates in the coming days.

Orlov (lower body) is practicing in a non-contact jersey Saturday, reports Samantha Pell of The Washington Post.

EDGE Analysis

Orlov has been held off the ice for a few days due to a lower-body injury, so this is an encouraging sign. The defenseman had 12 goals and 23 assists in 76 games last season. His status for Opening Night is still up in the air.

Orlov is day-to-day with a lower-body injury, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Orlov sat out practice Thursday. He had the best offensive season of his career in 2021-22, scoring 12 times and added 23 assists in 76 games.