San Jose Sharks vs Nashville Predators Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The San Jose Sharks will face off against the Nashville Predators in an upcoming match where both teams are currently outside the playoff picture. San Jose is coming off a 6-3 road loss to Boston, while Nashville recently secured a 6-2 victory over Minnesota. It's worth noting that the Predators have won all 10 of their last meetings with the Sharks, including a dominant 8-2 win in their most recent matchup. Despite Nashville being the betting favorite with a -340 opening line, the odds have remained unchanged leading up to the game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Sharks +278 | Predators -340

Spread: Sharks +1.5 (+110) | Predators -1.5 (-130)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nashville will win straight-up is 77%.

San Jose Sharks

San Jose suffered their third consecutive loss and sixth in the last seven games as they were defeated by Boston on the road. Currently standing at 14-29-6 for the season, the Sharks are in eighth place in the Pacific Division, trailing the top spot by 27 points. They are 21 points behind the Kings for the final guaranteed playoff spot and 17 points behind the Flames for the second wild card spot. San Jose ranks 30th in the league in goals for, averaging 2.54 goals per game, and 31st in goals against, allowing an average of 3.44 goals per game. They also stand 26th in the league in power play success, with an 18% conversion rate, and are tied for 15th in penalty killing, successful in 79% of shorthanded situations. Despite a strong showing in the first two periods against Boston, San Jose ultimately fell short in the third period, outshot and outscored to seal the loss. Yaroslav Askarov made 27 saves in the game, but it was not enough for the Sharks. San Jose's current power ranking is 29, ranking 29th in offense and 31st in defense, with a record of 14-28-6 for the season.