San Jose Sharks vs
Anaheim Mighty DucksPredictions & Preview

Ducks Aim to Continue Dominance Over Sharks in Pacific Division Showdown at Honda Center

The San Jose Sharks will be heading to Honda Center in Anaheim, CA, on Tuesday night to take on the Anaheim Ducks in a Pacific Division matchup. The Ducks are looking to secure their fifth consecutive victory over the Sharks as they wrap up their three-game regular-season series. Previously, the Ducks defeated the Sharks twice in October, with scores of 2-0 and 3-1. Anaheim is currently the favorite with opening odds at -175, and the line has remained unchanged. This game is one of our NHL picks for Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Sharks +151 | Mighty Ducks -175
• Spread: Sharks +1.5 (-168) | Mighty Ducks -1.5 (+142)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Anaheim will win straight-up is 64%.

San Jose vs Anaheim Stats

San Jose Sharks

The San Jose Sharks will attempt to end a two-game losing streak on Tuesday after suffering heavy defeats against the New York Rangers and Los Angeles Kings. Despite recent wins over the Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs, the Sharks are coming off an embarrassing loss to the Kings where they struggled on both offense and defense. Goalie Alexandar Georgiev is expected to return to the crease after a tough outing against the Rangers. With a power ranking of 29, San Jose ranks low in both offense and defense, with a season record of 20-44-9.

Anaheim Mighty Ducks Analysis

The Anaheim Ducks have had mixed results in their recent games, winning three out of their last five. Despite a strong effort, they were unable to extend their winning streak to three games after losing to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Although the Ducks erased a two-goal deficit, they ultimately fell short, with goaltender Lukas Dostal giving up three goals on 23 shots. John Gibson may return to the lineup soon, boasting a solid record with only five goals allowed in his last five starts. Currently ranked 31st in the power rankings, the Ducks are struggling offensively, scoring an average of 2.75 goals per game, and defensively, giving up 3.15 points per game. With a record of 32-33-8, they are 15 points behind the bottom wild card spot in the West and are likely to be eliminated from playoff contention soon. Additionally, the San Jose Sharks have had the upper hand in their recent matchups against Anaheim, winning all three games.

Sharks Struggle on Defense, Ducks Poised for Victory in Upcoming Matchup

The Sharks have faced challenges this season with recent high-scoring games resulting in 14 goals allowed over two games. Due to these circumstances, the Ducks are projected as the favorable matchup. Currently, Alexandar Georgiev of the Sharks ranks as one of the lowest-performing goalies in the NHL. Furthermore, the Sharks trail as last in the league for goals against, averaging 3.75 per game. On the other hand, the Ducks, although not known for their offensive prowess, outscore the Sharks by an average of 2.71 to 2.58 goals per game. It is evident that Anaheim possesses stronger defensive capabilities relative to San Jose. With this in mind, the starting goalie for the Ducks in the upcoming game will likely provide a significant advantage in securing a victory.

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