Canucks vs. Sharks Prediction and Odds: Expect a Defensive Battle
If you're looking for some late-night NHL betting action, then look no further than tonight's West Coast matchup between the Vancouver Canucks and the San Jose Sharks.
Vancouver has surprisingly been one of the hottest teams in the NHL as of late. Winners of five straight games, the Canucks are tied with the Penguins, Avalanche, and Predators for the longest active win streak in the NHL.
That Sharks, on the other hand, have been treading water in recent weeks. They're 5-5 in their last 10 games, and currently sit in fifth place in the Pacific Division.
Tonight's game will act as a home-and-home between the two teams, with them facing off for the second time on Tuesday, December 21st.
Let's take a look at the odds for this Pacific Division showdown courtesy of WynnBET.
Canucks vs. Sharks Odds and Total
Moneyline:
- Canucks +110
- Sharks -125
Puck line:
- Canucks +1.5 (-220)
- Sharks -1.5 (+185)
Total:
- 5.5 (Over -110/Under -110)
Canucks vs. Sharks Betting Trends
- The UNDER is 9-4 in the Canucks last 13 games.
- Canucks are 4-1 in their last five games vs. Sharks
- The UNDER is 13-6 in the Sharks alst 19 games.
Canucks vs. Sharks Prediction and Pick
Despite their record, the Canucks had been playing some solid hockey this season even before their current hot streak. They rank 11th in CORSI% and 13th in high danger scoring chances against. Where they suffered was on the offensive end of the ice. They rank 28th in offensive high danger scoring chances, and they currently hold the second worst shooting percentage in the NHL, finding the back of the net on only 7.29 of their shot attempts.
Given the recent UNDER trends for both teams, as well as the fact that they both fare better in their own end than the offensive end, the UNDER looks like the play to make tonight in this Pacific Division battle.