- The Predators are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Sharks
- Sharks vs. Predators Total (Over/Under): 6.5 goals
- TV Channel: FDSO | NSCA
The San Jose Sharks (37-34) visit Bridgestone Arena to take on the Nashville Predators (38-32) on Apr. 13 in Nashville, TN. The puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 pm.
The Predators are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+154).
The Sharks vs. Predators Over/Under is 6.5 total goals.
Sharks vs. Predators Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
Sharks vs Predators Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Predators will win this game with 73.1% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Sharks vs Predators Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Predators will cover the spread with 61.8% 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 1P Game Total Over in 10 of their last 15 away games (+4.10 Units / 18% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have hit the Game Total Over in 6 of their last 8 games (+3.90 Units / 40% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have covered the 3P Puck Line in 15 of their last 25 games (+3.50 Units / 10% ROI)
- The San Jose Sharks have hit the 3P Moneyline in 5 of their last 11 games (+3.30 Units / 25% ROI)
Predators Best Bets & Trends
- The Nashville Predators have hit the Game Total Under in 16 of their last 25 games (+8.75 Units / 32% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 2P Puck Line in 16 of their last 25 games at home (+8.35 Units / 23% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 12 of their last 25 games (+7.15 Units / 27% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the Puck Line in 14 of their last 20 games (+6.95 Units / 19% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 9 of their last 12 games (+6.75 Units / 56% ROI)
Sharks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Sharks are 45-34 against the spread this NHL season (+0.75 Units / 0.62% ROI).
- Sharks are 37-42 when betting on the Moneyline for +8.75 Units /10.5% ROI
- Sharks are 39-38 when betting the Over for -3.5 Units / -3.87% ROI
- Sharks are 38-39 when betting the Under for -3 Units /-3.51% ROI
Predators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Predators are 45-35 against the spread this NHL season (-0.9 Units /-0.65% ROI).
- Predators are 38-42 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.2 Units / -1.37% ROI
- Predators are 36-41 when betting the Over for -9.6 Units / -10.74% ROI
- Predators are 41-36 when betting the Under for +2.2 Units / 2.51% ROI
Points Per Game Predictions for Predators vs Sharks
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Igor Chernyshov (SJ) | 0.5 +120 | 0.5 -160 |
| Collin Graf (SJ) | 0.5 +160 | 0.5 -220 |
| Alex Wennberg (SJ) | 0.5 -115 | 0.5 -115 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 0.5 -175 | 0.5 +130 |
| Luke Evangelista (NAS) | 0.5 -105 | 0.5 -125 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Predators vs Sharks
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Igor Chernyshov (SJ) | 1.5 -115 | 1.5 -120 |
| Collin Graf (SJ) | 1.5 +105 | 1.5 -145 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 2.5 -110 | 2.5 -125 |
| Luke Evangelista (NAS) | 1.5 -165 | 1.5 +120 |
| Kiefer Sherwood (SJ) | 2.5 +125 | 2.5 -175 |
Sharks: Keys to the Game vs. Predators
The Sharks were 19-61 (.238) last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Sharks are 67-153 (.305) since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
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 are 47-125 (.273) when allowing 14 or more high danger chances since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .443
Predators: Keys to the Game vs. Sharks
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 7-20 (.259) when drawing more penalties this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .478
The Predators are 65-94 (.409) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators were 17-38 (.309) when allowing 14 or more high danger chances last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .432
Sharks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Sharks were 19-61 (.238) last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Sharks are 67-153 (.305) since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
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 averaged 13.3 high danger chances per game last season — tied for 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 15.0
Predators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have scored on 9% of rush chances since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Predators scored on 7% of rush chances while leading last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 12%
The Predators scored on 5% of cycle chances in the third period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
The Predators have 1.5 rush chances per game in the third period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.8
Sharks Defensive Stats & Trends
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 0.8 goals per game against the power play last season — tied for highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.6
The Sharks have a .799 slot save percentage in the first period this season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .839
The Sharks allowed 1.4 goals per game in the third period last season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.1
Predators Defensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have allowed 0.6 rush chances per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.4
The Predators 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 Predators have allowed 5 second chance scoring opportunities in 4v4 situations this season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
The Predators allowed 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
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