The Carolina Hurricanes (17-9-1) welcome the San Jose Sharks (10-15-5) to PNC Arena on Tuesday night in what promises to be an intriguing cross-conference matchup between two teams heading in different directions.
The Hurricanes, currently third in the Metropolitan Division, enter the contest looking to bounce back from a 4-3 loss to the New York Islanders, while the Sharks arrive having dropped their last two games, including a 3-1 defeat to the Florida Panthers.
Carolina has dominated the recent history between these teams, winning five straight meetings and six of the last eight head-to-head matchups.
The Hurricanes' high-powered offense, averaging 3.7 goals per game (fourth in NHL), will test a struggling Sharks defense that's allowing 3.5 goals per game (29th in the league).
Martin Necas leads the Hurricanes' offensive charge with 14 goals and 28 assists, while the Sharks will rely heavily on goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood, who impressed with 49 saves in their recent loss to Florida.
With both teams dealing with key injuries - Frederik Andersen and Jesper Fast out for Carolina, while San Jose misses Logan Couture and Marc-Edouard Vlasic - this matchup could hinge on depth players stepping up in crucial moments.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. San Jose Sharks: who will win?
For tonight's Hurricanes vs Sharks matchup, our predictive model gives the Hurricanes a 70.25% chance of defeating the Sharks.
Carolina Hurricanes: 70.25% win probability
- Superior goal differential (+20 compared to Sharks' -26)
- Higher points total (35 points in 27 games vs Sharks' 25 in 30 games)
- Better defensive record (81 goals against vs Sharks' 108)
San Jose Sharks: 29.75% win probability
- Poor defensive record (108 goals against, worst in Pacific Division)
- Lower win percentage (10 wins in 30 games vs Hurricanes' 17 in 27)
- Significant goal differential deficit (-26, among worst in league)
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Carolina Hurricanes vs. San Jose Sharks odds
| Carolina Hurricanes | San Jose Sharks | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -480 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | +375 (via bet365 US) |
Key stats
- 1The Carolina Hurricanes have won 17 out of 27 matches this season.
- 2The San Jose Sharks have won 10 out of 30 matches this season.
- 3With 35 points, the Carolina Hurricanes holds the 4th position in the league standings.
- 4San Jose Sharks's 25 points place them 13th in the rankings.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. San Jose Sharks form
Carolina Hurricanes vs. San Jose Sharks head to head
Carolina Hurricanes
83%
San Jose Sharks
17%
Oct 27, 2023
Carolina Hurricanes
3 : 0
San Jose Sharks
Oct 18, 2023
San Jose Sharks
3 : 6
Carolina Hurricanes
Jan 28, 2023
Carolina Hurricanes
5 : 4
San Jose Sharks
Oct 15, 2022
San Jose Sharks
1 : 2
Carolina Hurricanes
Jan 30, 2022
Carolina Hurricanes
2 : 1
San Jose Sharks
Nov 23, 2021
San Jose Sharks
2 : 1
Carolina Hurricanes
