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Sharks vs Blackhawks Prediction & Odds - 3/13/2025

San Jose Sharks vs. Chicago Blackhawks prediction: who will win?

For tonight's San Jose Sharks vs Chicago Blackhawks matchup, our predictive model gives the Hawks a 60% chance of defeating the Sharks.

Chicago Blackhawks: 60% win probability

Better offensive output (178 goals scored vs Sharks' 173)
Higher points total (49 points vs Sharks' 43)
Stronger recent form (LLWLW vs Sharks' LLLWW)

San Jose Sharks: 40% win probability

League-worst goals against (248 goals conceded)
Poorest win record in Western Conference (17 wins in 66 games)
Lowest points total in conference (43 points in 66 games)

At Sporting Post, our unique prediction model combines insights from top NHL experts. Instead of sifting through hundreds of expert analyses across the web, you can rely on our predictions to understand the market's overall sentiment. We scan trusted sources, analyzing predictions, data, and opinions, and our AI assigns a confidence level to each prediction. We then average these levels to produce an 'expert opinion' win probability—reflecting the collective intelligence of the industry's leading NHL experts.

San Jose Sharks vs. Chicago Blackhawks odds

Here are the latest odds for the NHL matchup between the Chicago Blackhawks and the home team San Jose Sharks, set to face off on Thursday, March 13.

	San Jose Sharks	Chicago Blackhawks
Moneyline	-106 (via FanDuel Sportsbook)	-105 (via bet365 US)

San Jose Sharks vs. Chicago Blackhawks preview

Two struggling Western Conference teams face off at the SAP Center as the Blackhawks look to snap their recent cold streak against a Sharks squad that's hit rock bottom.

Chicago's new netminder Spencer Knight has been a bright spot since joining at the trade deadline, posting an impressive .941 save percentage in his first three starts with the team.

The Sharks' recent defensive woes continue to haunt them, with Alexandar Georgiev struggling between the pipes and the team allowing a league-worst 3.70 goals per game.

While both teams have had their offensive struggles, the Blackhawks' special teams could be the difference-maker - they're converting 25% of their power plays while San Jose's penalty kill ranks near the bottom of the league.

The SAP Center hasn't been kind to visitors this season, but the Sharks' recent three-game skid, including a tough loss to Nashville where they blew a late comeback, suggests they're still searching for answers.

Keep an eye on Sharks' newcomer Collin Graf, who found the net in their last outing and could provide some much-needed offensive spark for the home team.

These teams split their previous two meetings this season with each winning on home ice, setting up an intriguing rubber match despite both clubs being well out of playoff contention.

Key stats

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Both teams occupy bottom positions in Western Conference - Sharks (16th, last place) and Blackhawks (15th)
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Sharks have the worst goal difference in the conference at -75 (173 GF, 248 GA)
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Recent form shows Sharks on LLLWW vs Blackhawks' LLWLW, both struggling for consistency
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Points gap minimal - Sharks at 43 points from 66 games vs Blackhawks' 49 from 65 games