- The Sharks are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Blackhawks
- Sharks vs. Blackhawks Total (Over/Under): 6.5 goals
- TV Channel: CHSN | NSCA
The San Jose Sharks (38-34) visit United Center to take on the Chicago Blackhawks (28-39) on Apr. 15 in Chicago, IL. The puck drop is scheduled for 8:30 pm.
The Sharks are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+185).
The Sharks vs. Blackhawks Over/Under is 6.5 total goals.
Sharks vs. Blackhawks Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
Sharks vs Blackhawks Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Sharks will win this game with 54.4% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Sharks vs Blackhawks Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Blackhawks will cover the spread with 53.8% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Sharks Best Bets & Trends
- The San Jose Sharks have covered the 1P Puck Line in 14 of their last 20 away games (+5.45 Units / 17% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have hit the Moneyline in 12 of their last 25 away games (+4.15 Units / 16% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 away games (+4.00 Units / 66% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have covered the 3P Puck Line in 8 of their last 12 games (+3.90 Units / 22% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have hit the 3P Moneyline in 5 of their last 12 games (+3.30 Units / 23% ROI)
Blackhawks Best Bets & Trends
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 14 of their last 25 games at home (+8.30 Units / 31% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have covered the 1P Puck Line in 10 of their last 12 games (+6.35 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 17 of their last 25 games at home (+6.35 Units / 19% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the Game Total Over in 7 of their last 11 games (+3.90 Units / 32% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 2P Moneyline in 6 of their last 10 games at home (+3.75 Units / 35% ROI)
Sharks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Sharks are 46-34 against the spread this NHL season (+1.75 Units / 1.43% ROI).
- Sharks are 38-42 when betting on the Moneyline for +10.05 Units /11.92% ROI
- Sharks are 39-39 when betting the Over for -4.6 Units / -5.03% ROI
- Sharks are 39-39 when betting the Under for -2 Units /-2.31% ROI
Blackhawks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Blackhawks are 48-33 against the spread this NHL season (-4.9 Units /-3.63% ROI).
- Blackhawks are 28-53 when betting on the Moneyline for -8.6 Units / -10.46% ROI
- Blackhawks are 35-43 when betting the Over for -11.95 Units / -13.31% ROI
- Blackhawks are 43-35 when betting the Under for +4.75 Units / 5.34% ROI
Points Per Game Predictions for Blackhawks vs Sharks
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Igor Chernyshov (SJ) | 0.5 +100 | 0.5 -130 |
| Collin Graf (SJ) | 0.5 +130 | 0.5 -175 |
| Teuvo Teravainen (CHI) | 0.5 +135 | 0.5 -175 |
| Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI) | 0.5 -125 | 0.5 -105 |
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | 0.5 -250 | 0.5 +180 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Blackhawks vs Sharks
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Igor Chernyshov (SJ) | 1.5 -135 | 1.5 +100 |
| Collin Graf (SJ) | 1.5 +110 | 1.5 -150 |
| Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI) | 1.5 -160 | 1.5 +120 |
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | 3.5 +120 | 3.5 -160 |
| Sam Rinzel (CHI) | 1.5 +100 | 1.5 -140 |
Sharks: Keys to the Game vs. Blackhawks
The Sharks are 67-153 (.305) since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Sharks were 19-61 (.238) last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Sharks are 41-128 (.243) when allowing 5 or more rush chances since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .458
The Sharks were 9-50 (.153) when allowing 14 or more high danger chances last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .432
Blackhawks: Keys to the Game vs. Sharks
The Blackhawks are 71-150 (.321) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks were 25-54 (.316) last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks are 53-105 (.335) since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks are 28-51 (.354) this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Sharks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Sharks are 67-153 (.305) since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Sharks were 19-61 (.238) last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Sharks are 41-128 (.243) when allowing 5 or more rush chances since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .458
The Sharks were 9-50 (.153) when allowing 14 or more high danger chances last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .432
Blackhawks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Blackhawks are 71-150 (.321) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks averaged 3.8 high danger chances per game while tied last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 5.1
The Blackhawks were 25-54 (.316) last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks scored on 33% of second chance opportunities while tied last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 17%
Sharks Defensive Stats & Trends
The Sharks allowed 1.3 goals per game while tied last season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.0
The Sharks have a .889 save percentage since the start of the 2023-24 season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .900
The Sharks allowed 396 cycle chances in the second period last season — most among NHL Teams
The Sharks have a .799 slot save percentage in the first period this season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .838
Blackhawks Defensive Stats & Trends
The Blackhawks have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Blackhawks have 545 successful stick checks while tied this season — most among NHL Teams
The Blackhawks allowed 88 forecheck chances in the second period last season — most among NHL Teams
The Blackhawks have 39.8 goals saved above expected while tied this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 14.2
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