San Jose Sharks vs
Dallas StarsPredictions & Preview

Dallas Stars heavily favored to defeat San Jose Sharks in upcoming matchup

The San Jose Sharks are showing positive development this season, led by their young core. Despite their current record, they still have a long way to go to compete for a playoff spot. Facing the Stanley Cup contending Dallas Stars presents a tough challenge, as the Stars have been playing fantastic hockey this season. Dallas is the heavy betting favorite for the upcoming game, with the current line favoring them at -453.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Sharks +370 | Stars -453
• Spread: Sharks +1.5 (+142) | Stars -1.5 (-164)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 82%.

San Jose vs Dallas Stats

San Jose Sharks

The San Jose Sharks had a rough start to the 2024/25 season but have shown improvement in recent games, winning six of their past 11 matches and remaining competitive in all of them. Despite ranking 28th in goals scored and 24th in goals allowed in the NHL, the team has been led by Mikael Granlund, Tyler Toffoli, and William Eklund in terms of offensive production. Their latest victory over the Detroit Red Wings was sealed with a dramatic overtime winner by Macklin Celebrini, highlighting their potential for success despite their current power ranking of 30.

Dallas Stars Analysis

The Dallas Stars have proven to be a formidable team this season, boasting one of the deepest and most talented rosters in the NHL. They have excelled at home with a 7-2-0 record in nine games played. The Stars rank 12th in the NHL in goals scored, but their goaltending has been a standout strength, leading the league in goals allowed at just 2.35 per game with a .916 save percentage from Jake Oettinger and Casey DeSmith. Despite slow starts from key players like Jason Robertson and Jamie Benn, the team has been able to rely on strong performances from players like Matt Duchene and Calder Trophy favorite Logan Stankoven. In their most recent game against the Anaheim Ducks, goals from Duchene and Lindell were not enough to secure a win as DeSmith struggled, allowing four goals on 27 shots in a 4-2 loss. The Stars currently hold a power ranking of 12 and are performing well offensively and defensively, with an overall record of 11-6. They will look to bounce back from their recent loss and continue their strong season.

Dallas Stars Favored to Dominate San Jose Sharks in Upcoming Matchup

Based on historical data, the Dallas Stars are expected to dominate the San Jose Sharks in their upcoming matchup. Despite the Sharks' recent strong performances, the Stars have a 7-3 record in head-to-head games. The Stars have also won four consecutive games and four out of their last five home games against San Jose. Additionally, the Stars are currently excelling in goaltending, further strengthening their chances of a victory. Overall, it is likely that the Stars will assert their dominance in the upcoming game.

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