San Jose Sharks vs Nashville Predators Predictions
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Predators Moneyline @ -139
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Why Predators Can Claim the Win
The Sharks look opposable on the Moneyline, so we’re going to make the Predators our betting prediction. You can currently get -139 for this pick which looks good value.
For Sharks vs Predators, our betting coverage includes our Best Bet, Player Props, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Dig into the sections below for the reasoning behind the picks.
San Jose Sharks vs Nashville Predators Preview
The San Jose Sharks clash with the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, with face-off scheduled for 20:00 on Thursday, October 15.
San Jose Sharks have lost in back-to-back outings. In a recent home game at SAP Center, they were turned over 6-3 by Boston Bruins. Macklin Celebrini, Jacob Trouba and Ivar Stenberg scored one goal each.
Nashville Predators were defeated last time, making it back-to-back losses. Bridgestone Arena saw them beaten 5-2 at home to Vegas Golden Knights. Ryan O’Reilly and Adam Edstroem scored one goal each.
H2H: 9 Predators Victories in Previous 10 H2H Clashes
The Sharks beat the Predators when the teams last met. It was a 3-2 scoreline at Bridgestone Arena. In the past 10 H2H meetings, the Predators have won nine.
Starting Goalies
Alex Nedeljkovic (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
26/27
2-0-0
1.9
.933
0
25/26
18-14-4
2.9
.896
0
Juuse Saros (Confirmed)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
26/27
2-2-2
3
.904
0
25/26
28-22-8
3.2
.894
0
San Jose Sharks – Last 10 Games
5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.0 goals from 26.0 shots on goal, with a 22.6% powerplay efficiency. The Sharks have been giving up 3.4 goals from 27.9 shots, averaging 3.4 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 85.3%.
Macklin Celebrini is the top points scorer with 15 points, 5 goals and 10 assists, with Igor Chernyshov racking up 8 points, 6 goals and 2 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Yaroslav Askarov have a 3.95 goal against average with a .858 save percentage.
Nashville Predators – Last 10 Games
The Predators have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 23.7 shots on goal, with a 27.3% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.1 goals from 28.7 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 80.7%.
The top points scorer is Steven Stamkos with 12 points, 6 goals and 6 assists, while Filip Forsberg is next best after registering 7 points, 2 goals and 5 assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 3.55 GAA with a .887 SV%.
Best Bet
We’re keeping things simple by wagering Predators on the Moneyline. They should get the better of their opponents in this NHL clash and our pick is available at odds of -139.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
Sharks have lost 13 of their last 20 games on the road.Sharks have lost 3 of their last 5 games.Sharks have lost their last 2 games.Predators have won 9 of their last 10 games against Sharks.
We only publish our hockey predictions once we’ve got a clear and confident read on team news and the latest form. We also stay sharp by digging into the most valuable NHL stats to support every pick we make.
Predators Moneyline Probability
The odds at the top betting apps suggest our pick has a 58.1% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 65-70%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.
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Player Prop Picks
Roman Josi (Predators) has finished with at least one assist in 4 of the past 5 games. The odds are attractive when it comes to wagering on Player Assists and you can get -120 that he is able to land a return.
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San Jose Sharks vs Nashville Predators Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Books Think Predators Likeliest to Win
With a 56% chance of securing victory, Nashville Predators are favorites for this game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -128. For those wanting to back San Jose Sharks, you will find +106 about the underdogs.
The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. The Totals offers hockey bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are -102.
There are a huge selection of game lines and team props when it comes to betting on this popular league and we recommend visiting the best NHL sportsbooks to find the wager that matches your view on the clash.
Steven Stamkos Favorite to Find the Net First
Those interested in Steven Stamkos to light the lamp at anytime are able to get +125. There is the chance to back the favorite to score the first goal at odds of +850.
Player Goals
Steven Stamkos (Predators)
Macklin Celebrini (Sharks)
Filip Forsberg (Predators)
Ryan O’Reilly (Predators)
Player Assists
Macklin Celebrini (Sharks)
Roman Josi (Predators)
Filip Forsberg (Predators)
Ryan O’Reilly (Predators)
Player Shots
Macklin Celebrini (Sharks)
Filip Forsberg (Predators)
Steven Stamkos (Predators)
Kiefer Sherwood (Sharks)
Micro Betting
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
San Jose Sharks Stats
Nashville Predators Stats
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.50 pts and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 5.70 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.60 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 26
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.4
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 8.7
Blocks: 12.1
Faceoff Wins : 24.8
Hits: 27.3
Giveaways: 17.1
Takeaways: 5.4
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 25.3
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 7.9
Blocks: 13.4
Faceoff Wins : 25
Hits: 26.2
Giveaways: 18
Takeaways: 4.7
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.9
Shots: 23.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.1
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 7.2
Blocks: 13
Faceoff Wins : 26.7
Hits: 21
Giveaways: 17.1
Takeaways: 5.1
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 22.4
Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
Penalties: 3.4
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 9.4
Blocks: 13.4
Faceoff Wins : 26.9
Hits: 18.9
Giveaways: 15.6
Takeaways: 5.1
Expert Analysis by Paul Boucher
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About the Analyst
Paul Boucher is a Senior NHL Analyst and Head of the Ice Hockey Editorial Betting Panel with over 15 years of experience as a sports journalist and betting analyst. Based in Montreal, he provides first-hand insight through regular attendance at the Bell Centre, utilising advanced metrics to identify market value across key game lines, player props and same game parlays.
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