In this article, we will formulate a San Jose Sharks vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction for this NHL game on Saturday, November 2nd, at the SAP Center.
Sharks Figuring It Out?
The Sharks come into this game with a 3-7-2 record overall, and they have won three games in a row. In the last game against the Chicago Blackhawks, the Sharks scored three goals, and they ended up winning by a goal. Will Smith was a difference maker, scoring two goals on three shots. Mackenzie Blackwood was in goal, and he saved 26 of the 28 shots that he faced. Alex Wennberg also scored a goal. After such a slow start to the season, they really seem to have a ton of confidence right now.
The Sharks are averaging 2.5 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.83 goals per game. The offense is ranked 28th in the league, while the defense is ranked 29th best in all of the NHL. The Sharks are going to need the defense to be good here. The Sharks will meet the Blue Jackets after this game.
Why the Sharks are Beating the Canucks
- The Sharks have won each of their last three games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
- The Canucks have lost three of their last four games as favorites against Western Conference opponents.
- The Canucks have failed to cover the puck line in 18 of their last 19 games as favorites following a loss.
- The Sharks have covered the puck line in each of their last five night games following a home win.
- The Sharks have won the second period in three of their last four games as underdogs following a home win.
Canucks Are Struggling
The Canucks are struggling heading into this game, and they have lost two straight games. In the last game against the New Jersey Devils, the Canucks scored zero goals while the defense gave up six goals, and that led to the defeat. Artus Silvos started in goal, and he saved 16 of the 22 shots that he faced. Two games ago against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Canucks scored three goals, but the defense gave up four goals, and that led to the defeat.
The Canucks are on the season are averaging 3.0 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.33 goals per game. The offense is ranked 19th in the league, while the defense is ranked 20th. The Canucks are going to need the defense to be a lot better in this game.
San Jose Sharks vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction
The Sharks have a lot of confidence heading into this game, and they are going to continue that success here. The Canucks defense is going to really struggle again, and the Sharks’ offense is going to get out to a fast start. Look for the Sharks to score at least four goals here, and that is going to be the difference, as the Sharks are going to get the job done.