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San Jose Sharks to Take on New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden: Rangers Favored in NHL Matchup

The San Jose Sharks will be facing the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Sharks currently have a record of 5-9-3 and are second to last in the Pacific Division, while the Rangers have a record of 9-4-1 and are fourth in the Metropolitan Division. The Rangers were 1-0-1 against the Sharks last season. The puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EST. New York is the betting favorite with odds of -386 that have not moved. For more predictions and NHL picks, be sure to continue reading.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Sharks +315 | Rangers -386
• Spread: Sharks +1.5 (+125) | Rangers -1.5 (-145)
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 79%.

San Jose vs New York Stats

San Jose Sharks

The San Jose Sharks are heading to New York for their next game after a loss against the Philadelphia Flyers. Despite their struggles on defense and goaltending, the Sharks have managed to avoid consecutive losses since their nine-game losing streak at the start of the season. The team ranks 29th in goals allowed due to allowing the second most shots in the league. However, their goaltending has been strong in recent games, allowing only 2.4 goals per game in their last five matches. Mackenzie Blackwood is expected to start in net for the Sharks, with a record of 3-4-2 this season. San Jose currently has a power ranking of 32, ranking 31st in offense and 28th in defense, with a season record of 5-9-3.

New York Rangers Analysis

The New York Rangers recently suffered a loss against the Winnipeg Jets, with a final score of 6-3. They will be completing a short two-game homestand on Thursday before embarking on a road trip that begins against the Seattle Kraken on Sunday. Despite their high number of shots allowed, the Rangers have been performing well defensively, particularly on the penalty kill where they are ranked third in the NHL with a percentage of 89.4%. With strong goaltending from Igor Shesterkin, who has a record of 6-4-1 this season, the Rangers have been able to stay competitive in games. The team currently ranks sixth in the power rankings, with the sixth-best offense and second-best defense in the league. Their overall record is 9-4-1, and they will look to continue climbing in the Metropolitan division standings.

San Jose Sharks' Strong Performance Against New York Rangers Makes Them a Smart Bet

The San Jose Sharks have demonstrated strong performance in recent matchups against the New York Rangers, boasting a 6-4 record against the puck line in their last 10 games and a 4-1 record on the road. Additionally, the Sharks have shown resilience by avoiding consecutive losses since the beginning of the season. In contrast, the New York Rangers have struggled at home this season with a 2-6 record against the puck line. The goaltending prowess of the Sharks is expected to provide a solid defense against the Rangers' offensive line. Conversely, the Rangers have shown vulnerabilities in their defense by allowing a high volume of shots on goal, which could be exploited by a team like the Sharks. Based on these factors, I am recommending a wager on San Jose with a +1.5 puck line.

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