- The Blackhawks are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Sharks
- Sharks vs. Blackhawks Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: NSCA | CHSN
The San Jose Sharks (27-22) visit United Center to take on the Chicago Blackhawks (21-25) on Feb. 2 in Chicago, IL. The puck drop is scheduled for 8:30 pm.
The Blackhawks are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+220).
The Sharks vs. Blackhawks Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Sharks vs. Blackhawks Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | 2-Way Moneyline | |
| Sharks | +1.5 -275 | 6 -110 | -115 |
| Blackhawks | -1.5 +220 | 6 -110 | -110 |
Sharks vs Blackhawks Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Sharks will win this game with 52.5% 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 51.7% 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 20 of their last 25 away games (+13.65 Units / 35% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have hit the Moneyline in 14 of their last 25 games (+9.40 Units / 36% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have covered the 2P Puck Line in 9 of their last 11 away games (+7.25 Units / 46% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have hit the 2P Moneyline in 9 of their last 25 games (+7.15 Units / 28% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have hit the 1P Moneyline in 7 of their last 25 away games (+5.50 Units / 22% ROI)
Blackhawks Best Bets & Trends
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 18 of their last 25 games (+8.85 Units / 27% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 12 of their last 20 games at home (+8.20 Units / 38% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have covered the 1P Puck Line in their last 8 games (+8.00 Units / 56% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 1P Moneyline in 3 of their last 8 games (+4.05 Units / 50% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the Game Total Under in 9 of their last 15 games at home (+3.45 Units / 21% ROI)
Sharks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Sharks are 35-18 against the spread this NHL season (+11.6 Units / 14.49% ROI).
- Sharks are 27-26 when betting on the Moneyline for +15.25 Units /28.29% ROI
- Sharks are 26-25 when betting the Over for -2.15 Units / -3.54% ROI
- Sharks are 25-26 when betting the Under for -2.15 Units /-3.8% ROI
Blackhawks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Blackhawks are 35-20 against the spread this NHL season (+1.65 Units /1.77% ROI).
- Blackhawks are 21-34 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.95 Units / -1.71% ROI
- Blackhawks are 24-29 when betting the Over for -7.85 Units / -12.81% ROI
- Blackhawks are 29-24 when betting the Under for +2.95 Units / 4.91% ROI
Points Per Game Predictions for Blackhawks vs Sharks
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Teuvo Teravainen (CHI) | 0.5 +115 | 0.5 -150 |
| Collin Graf (SJ) | 0.5 +110 | 0.5 -145 |
| Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI) | 0.5 -145 | 0.5 +105 |
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | 0.5 -250 | 0.5 +180 |
| Frank Nazar (CHI) | 0.5 -118 | 0.5 -115 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Blackhawks vs Sharks
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Teuvo Teravainen (CHI) | 1.5 +100 | 1.5 -135 |
| Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI) | 2.5 +130 | 2.5 -175 |
| Ilya Mikheyev (CHI) | 1.5 +110 | 1.5 -150 |
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | 3.5 +130 | 3.5 -185 |
| Sam Rinzel (CHI) | 1.5 -130 | 1.5 -105 |
Sharks: Keys to the Game vs. Blackhawks
The Sharks were 19-61 (.238) last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Sharks were 8-10 (.444) when winning the xG advantage last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .694
The Sharks were 9-50 (.153) when allowing 14 or more high danger chances last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .432
The Sharks were 9-38 (.191) when recording less than 30 shots on goal last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .467
Blackhawks: Keys to the Game vs. Sharks
The Blackhawks were 25-54 (.316) last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks were 9-8 (.529) when winning the xG advantage last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .694
The Blackhawks were 17-39 (.304) when allowing 5 or more rush chances last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .456
The Blackhawks were 2-38 (.050) when scoring 2 or fewer non-shootout goals last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .144
Sharks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Sharks were 19-61 (.238) last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Sharks averaged 0.85 expected goals per game in the third period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.09
The Sharks averaged 2.65 expected goals per game last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.14
The Sharks were 8-10 (.444) when winning the xG advantage last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .694
Blackhawks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Blackhawks scored on 15% of cycle chances in the second period last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
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 allowed 1.2 goals per game in the first period last season — tied for highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.9
The Sharks allowed 0.81 expected goals per game against the power play last season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.61
The Sharks allowed 5 cycle chances while their opponent is shorthanded last season — tied for most among NHL Teams
Blackhawks Defensive Stats & Trends
The Blackhawks allowed 1.3 goals per game in the third period last season — tied for 2nd highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.1
The Blackhawks made 29.8 saves per game last season — 3rd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 27.3
The Blackhawks allowed 88 forecheck chances in the second period last season — most among NHL Teams
The Blackhawks made 2,353 saves last season — 3rd most among NHL Teams
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