San Jose Sharks vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Picks & Predictions
In an upcoming game in Western New York, two struggling teams will face each other in hopes of securing a much-needed victory. San Jose will be on the road as they make their
Game outlook
In an upcoming game in Western New York, two struggling teams will face each other in hopes of securing a much-needed victory. San Jose will be on the road as they make their way to take on Buffalo on Monday afternoon. The Sharks recently suffered a 5-4 defeat against Ottawa in their previous away game, while the Sabres showcased solid defensive skills but struggled to find the back of the net, resulting in a 1-0 loss at home against Vancouver. In their most recent encounters, the Sharks hold a 5-3-2 advantage over the Sabres in the last ten matchups, although Buffalo has emerged victorious in the last two meetings, including a 4-2 win on the road in their most recent game on February 18, 2023. The betting odds currently favor Buffalo, with an opening line of -255 that has remained unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Sharks +215 | Sabres -255
Spread: Sharks +1.5 (-115) | Sabres -1.5 (-105)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Buffalo will win straight-up is 72%.
San Jose Sharks
San Jose experienced a disappointing loss in Ottawa, bringing their one-game winning streak to an end. The Sharks currently hold a record of 10-30-3 and are ranked eighth in the Pacific Division, trailing Vancouver by 38 points for the top spot. They are also 25 points behind Los Angeles for the final guaranteed playoff position and 24 points behind Edmonton for the second wild card spot. The Sharks have struggled offensively, ranking 32nd in the league with an average of 2.05 goals per game, and defensively, ranking 32nd again with an average of 4.07 goals allowed per game. Their power play success rate is ranked 20th in the league at 18.5%, while their penalty kill success rate is last in the league at 71.6%. In their recent game against Ottawa, despite a strong effort, the Sharks couldn't secure the win and were defeated in the closing seconds of regulation. They trailed 2-1 after the first period but managed to tie the game at 3-3 in the second period. However, they later surrendered two unanswered goals, ultimately losing by one goal. In terms of shots on goal, San Jose was outshot 41-18. The starting goalkeeper for the next game is expected to be Kaapo Kahkonen. Overall, San Jose has struggled this season, ranking 32nd in offense and defense, and their record stands at 10-33. LET'S GO @zadina_filip !! 😤 pic.twitter.com/Urm4If2uf1