The Los Angeles Kings will try to be nasty hosts on Saturday when the San Jose Sharks pay a visit to STAPLES Center.
Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 3.3-1.9 victory for the Sharks. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
San Jose Sharks vs Los Angeles Kings Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Supporters of the San Jose Sharks have seen them go 23-12-1 so far this season, while the Kings are at 17-15-4. In totals betting, the Los Angeles Kings are 11-19-6, while the Sharks are 6-19-11. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Los Angeles vs San Jose injuries news.
The Los Angeles Kings sit at No. 17 in the current NHL power poll here at Odds Shark, while the San Jose Sharks sit at a No. 12 on the same chart.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Los Angeles's No. 22-ranked offense, averaging 2.47 goals per game, against a Sharks defense that ranks No. 3 at 2.14 goals allowed. The Kings power play is averaging 15.38% while the Sharks defense kills off 84.21% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Sharks were a 2-0 Sportsbook in their most recent outing at home against the Flyers. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got San Jose at -170 on the moneyline, while the total score (2) was good news for OVER bettors.
Last time out for Los Angeles, they were a 3-1 loser as they battled the Oilers on the road. Moneyline bettors who got the Oilers at -125 were rewarded, while the 4 combined goals moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
San Jose home to Los Angeles, Tuesday, January 3rd