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Seattle Kraken vs. San Jose Sharks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 5, 2025

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Apr 5, 2025 11:26 PM
The Seattle Kraken travel to the SAP Center at San Jose on Saturday, April 5, 2025, to take on the struggling San Jose Sharks, who are looking to snap their current losing streak. The Sharks hold a 2-1 lead in the regular season series, but the Kraken will aim to capitalize on San Jose's poor home record of 12-24-2. In a crucial Pacific Division matchup, Seattle will look to secure a vital two points against their divisional opponents.
Seattle Kraken vs San Jose Sharks

Current Odds

SEA
SJ
Over
6.5
-105
Under
6.5
+160
SEA
-4.5
+275
SJ
+4.5
-278
SEA
ML
-10000
SJ
ML
+3300

Kraken vs Sharks statistics

Stat Kraken Sharks
Goals For per Game 3.00 2.57
Goals Against Average 3.18 3.73
Shots per Game 27.6 27.1
Shots Against per Game 28.6 31.7
Power Play Goals 39 40
Power Play Goals Against 40 60
Short Handed Goals 2 5
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 515 646
Power Play Percentage 18.8 19.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 77.3 74.0

San Jose Sharks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/3/25 vs Edmonton Oilers L 3-2
4/1/25 @ Anaheim Ducks L 4-3 SO
3/30/25 @ Los Angeles Kings L 8-1
3/29/25 vs New York Rangers L 6-1
3/27/25 vs Toronto Maple Leafs W 6-5 SO

Seattle Kraken recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/2/25 @ Vancouver Canucks W 5-0
3/31/25 vs Dallas Stars L 3-1
3/29/25 vs Dallas Stars L 5-1
3/27/25 vs Edmonton Oilers W 6-1
3/25/25 @ Calgary Flames L 4-3 OT

San Jose Sharks injuries

  • Shakir Mukhamadullin (D): Out
  • Jimmy Schuldt (D): Day-To-Day
  • Vincent Desharnais (D): Day-To-Day
  • Alexandar Georgiev (G): Day-To-Day
  • Logan Couture (C): Injured Reserve

Seattle Kraken injuries

  • Jaden Schwartz (C): Day-To-Day
  • Eeli Tolvanen (RW): Day-To-Day

Kraken vs Sharks game info

Type Info
Venue SAP Center at San Jose
Location San Jose, CA
Puck drop Sat 10:00 PM

Kraken vs Sharks predictions

The Seattle Kraken have been riding the waves of the Pacific Division with a mix of highs and lows this season. As they prepare to face off against the San Jose Sharks, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on Jaden Schwartz and Jared McCann. Schwartz, despite a recent day-to-day tag due to injury, is the Kraken’s top goal scorer with 23 goals this season and has a knack for finding the net when it counts. And then there's McCann, who with 37 assists and 55 points, can set up plays like a maestro on ice. If McCann can work his magic against a struggling Sharks defense, the Kraken might find that surge of energy they're hoping for in the SAP Center.

The San Jose Sharks, navigating through a rough season, hope to find some reprieve in their top stars, Tyler Toffoli and William Eklund. Toffoli, leading the team with 28 goals, brings an urgency and flair that could break through Seattle's defense. Meanwhile, Eklund, who matches McCann with 55 points, is the Sharks' playmaker. Eklund's vision on the ice, highlighted by his 38 assists, will be crucial in creating scoring opportunities. For the Sharks to shake off their losing streak, Toffoli and Eklund need to bring their A-game and inspire a team looking to reclaim some much-needed pride.

As the puck drops at the SAP Center, both teams are surely aware of the stakes. Despite leading the regular season series 2-1, the Sharks' current losing streak feels like a big mountain to climb. Seattle, though not without its struggles, seems to have the upper hand with a slightly better season record. While hockey is unpredictable, my gut says Seattle might edge out a win here. It’s going to come down to which set of stars shines brighter under the Californian lights. Which team will rise to the occasion? Can't wait to find out.

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