How to Pick the Predators vs. Sharks Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 23

Published 11:36 am Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Thursday’s NHL slate includes a matchup between the Nashville Predators and the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose, with the puck dropping at 10:30 PM ET. Whether you’re looking to make a single bet or plan to put together a parlay, you’ll want to take a look at our picks and projections in the article below.

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Predators vs. Sharks Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6 goals)

  • Nashville and its opponent have hit the over on this game’s total (6.5 goals) 18 times this season.
  • A total of 21 of San Jose’s games have ended with more than 6.5 goals this season.
  • The Predators score 2.63 goals per game, compared to the Sharks’ average of 2.6, adding up to 1.3 fewer goals than this contest’s over/under of 6.5.
  • These two teams are conceding a combined 6.7 goals per game, 0.2 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -198

  • The Predators have won 48.1% of their games when favored on the moneyline this season (13-14).
  • In games it has played with moneyline odds of -198 or shorter, Nashville is 2-1 (winning 66.7% of the time).
  • Based on the moneyline in this matchup, the Predators’ implied win probability is 66.4%.

Sharks Moneyline: +164

  • San Jose has 14 wins when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (which has happened 50 times).
  • When the Sharks’ moneyline odds are +164 or longer, they have won eight games out of 34 opportunities.
  • San Jose’s implied probability to win this matchup is 37.9% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
San Jose 4, Nashville 3

Predators Points Leaders

  • One of Nashville’s top offensive players this season is Filip Forsberg, who has recorded 45 points in 46 games.
  • Jonathan Marchessault is another of Nashville’s major contributors currently with 38 total points (15 goals and 23 assists) to his name.
  • With 34 points through 42 games (nine goals and 25 assists), Roman Josi has been an important part of Nashville’s offensive attack this season.
  • Juuse Saros (11-18-6) has a 2.8 goals against average and a save percentage of .900 for Nashville.

Sharks Points Leaders

  • Mikael Granlund has totaled 14 goals (0.3 per game) and dished out 26 assists (0.5 per game), taking 2.3 shots per game and shooting 12%. That makes him among the leaders for San Jose with 40 total points (0.8 per game).
  • William Eklund is key for San Jose’s offense with 36 total points (0.8 per game), including 10 goals and 26 assists through 45 games.
  • San Jose’s Macklin Celebrini has 34 points (14 goals, 20 assists) this season.
  • Alexandar Georgiev has an .879 save percentage (63rd in the league), with 681 total saves, while conceding 94 goals (3.6 goals against average). He has compiled a 10-16-0 record between the posts for San Jose this season.

Predators’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/16/2025 Blackhawks W 3-2 Home -293
1/18/2025 Wild W 6-2 Home -193
1/21/2025 Sharks W 7-5 Home -405
1/23/2025 Sharks Away -198
1/25/2025 Ducks Away
1/29/2025 Canucks Home
1/31/2025 Sabres Away

Sharks’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
1/18/2025 Islanders L 4-1 Away +185
1/20/2025 Bruins L 6-3 Away +182
1/21/2025 Predators L 7-5 Away +316
1/23/2025 Predators Home +164
1/25/2025 Panthers Home
1/27/2025 Penguins Home
1/30/2025 Kraken Away

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Nashville vs. San Jose Game Info

  • Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
  • Time: 10:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: San Jose, California
  • Venue: SAP Center at San Jose

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