BROOKS
ORPIK
#44 -
D
Ht/Wt
6’3’’,
217 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
16
years
Debut
Dec 10, 2002
Born
Sep 26, 1980
(43 yrs)
San Francisco, California
Drafted
Drafted by Pittsburgh in 2000 (1/18).
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2019-06-25 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2018-12-31 |
Missed 27 games (lower body injury).
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| 2018-11-09 |
Lower body injury, injured reserve.
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| 2018-10-31 |
Lower body injury, day-to-day.
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| 2018-07-24 |
Signed as a free agent by the Washington Capitals to a one-year contract.
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | Stanley Cup Stanley Cup | 2017-18 (Washington), 2008-09 (Pittsburgh) |
| NHL | Played in the NHL YoungStars Game Played in the NHL YoungStars Game | 2003-04 |
| Olympic | Olympic Silver Medal Olympic Silver Medal | 2010 (USA) |
Scouting Report
Had excellent recovery speed and leadership ability. Played a punishing brand of hockey, was good at keeping the game simple and adept at blocking shots. Could be used effectively in a shutdown role. Lacked offensive ability and struggled when he had to handle the puck a lot. Did not shoot the puck enough. Could get himself out of position when lining opponents up for a big hit. Took bad penalties on occasion.
Long Range Potential: Big, solid defensive defenseman.
