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Carolina Hurricanes vs. San Jose Sharks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 20, 2025

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Mar 20, 2025 11:42 PM
The Carolina Hurricanes, riding high on Mark Jankowski's impressive 2-goal performance, head to the SAP Center at San Jose to face off against the struggling San Jose Sharks on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 10:30 PM. The Hurricanes, leaders in the Metropolitan Division, look to extend their series lead to 2-0 against the Sharks, who are languishing at the bottom of the Pacific Division. Can the Sharks turn their fortunes around on home ice or will the Hurricanes continue their dominance?
Carolina Hurricanes vs San Jose Sharks

Current Odds

CAR
SJ
Over
4.5
-145
Under
4.5
+125
CAR
-1.5
-137
SJ
+1.5
+130
CAR
ML
-1200
SJ
ML
+1000

Hurricanes vs Sharks statistics

Stat Hurricanes Sharks
Goals For per Game 3.24 2.60
Goals Against Average 2.63 3.69
Shots per Game 31.6 27.1
Shots Against per Game 25.0 31.6
Power Play Goals 37 38
Power Play Goals Against 30 54
Short Handed Goals 9 3
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 467 589
Power Play Percentage 18.1 19.8
Penalty Kill Percentage 84.5 74.2

San Jose Sharks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/15/25 vs Washington Capitals L 5-1
3/13/25 vs Chicago Blackhawks W 4-2
3/11/25 vs Nashville Predators L 3-2
3/8/25 vs New York Islanders L 4-2
3/6/25 @ Colorado Avalanche L 7-3

Carolina Hurricanes recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/15/25 @ Philadelphia Flyers W 5-0
3/14/25 vs Detroit Red Wings W 4-2
3/11/25 vs Tampa Bay Lightning W 4-1
3/9/25 vs Winnipeg Jets W 4-2
3/6/25 vs Boston Bruins W 3-2

San Jose Sharks injuries

  • Yaroslav Askarov (G): Out
  • Henry Thrun (D): Out
  • Jan Rutta (D): Injured Reserve
  • Logan Couture (C): Injured Reserve

Carolina Hurricanes injuries

  • Dmitry Orlov (D): Day-To-Day
  • Andrei Svechnikov (RW): Day-To-Day
  • William Carrier (LW): Out
  • Jesper Fast (RW): Injured Reserve

Hurricanes vs Sharks game info

Type Info
Venue SAP Center at San Jose
Location San Jose, CA
Puck drop Thu 10:30 PM

Hurricanes vs Sharks predictions

As we look ahead to the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup against the San Jose Sharks, there's plenty of reason to be bullish on their dynamic playmakers. Seth Jarvis has been nothing short of electrifying on the ice, with 26 goals under his belt. Expect him to continue finding those sweet spots and driving the puck into the net. Then there's Sebastian Aho, the assist machine. With 39 assists already in this season, his ability to read the play and set up teammates is unmatched. Considering his knack for racking up those points, watch for Aho to not only dish out helpers but possibly light the lamp himself. What do you think; could they be the duo that paves the way for another Hurricanes triumph?

Turning our gaze to the San Jose Sharks, Tyler Toffoli is a name that should be on everyone's radar. His goal-scoring prowess speaks for itself. Toffoli has been a bright spot in what's been a challenging season for the Sharks, and he surely won't shy away from leading the charge on home ice. Another player to keep tabs on is William Eklund. With 35 assists, his playmaking skills could be crucial in generating offensive momentum. Let's not forget about Macklin Celebrini, with his ability to accumulate points, he’s key to any potential upset. Can the Sharks rally behind these players to shake up the standings?

Given the current dynamics, the odds seem to lean heavily in favor of the Carolina Hurricanes pulling off a win. The team’s firepower, combined with a solid league standing, makes them the favorites against a struggling Sharks side. The Hurricanes' depth and cohesion could very well outmatch the Sharks, especially with Carolina leading the regular season series to date. While San Jose might have the home advantage at the SAP Center, it feels like an uphill battle given their record. So, whether you’re placing a friendly bet or just tuning in to see some stellar NHL action, it looks like Carolina might just have what it takes to clinch this one.

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