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Vancouver Canucks vs. San Jose Sharks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for February 6, 2025

Updated on:
Feb 6, 2025 9:19 PM
On Thursday, February 6, 2025, the Vancouver Canucks will travel to the SAP Center at San Jose to face off against the San Jose Sharks in a Pacific Division showdown. The Canucks, holding a 2-0 lead in the regular season series, look to extend their dominance over the struggling Sharks, who are desperate to turn their season around.
Vancouver Canucks vs San Jose Sharks

Current Odds

VAN
SJ
Over
6.0
+102
Under
5.5
+107
VAN
-1.5
+136
SJ
+1.5
-145
VAN
ML
-178
SJ
ML
+170

Canucks vs Sharks statistics

Stat Canucks Sharks
Goals For per Game 2.83 2.62
Goals Against Average 3.08 3.67
Shots per Game 25.5 26.8
Shots Against per Game 26.8 32.2
Power Play Goals 32 29
Power Play Goals Against 30 40
Short Handed Goals 2 3
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 515 448
Power Play Percentage 21.8 18.4
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.5 75.8

San Jose Sharks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/4/25 vs Montreal Canadiens L 4-3
1/30/25 @ Seattle Kraken L 6-2
1/27/25 vs Pittsburgh Penguins W 2-1
1/25/25 vs Florida Panthers L 7-2
1/23/25 vs Nashville Predators L 6-5

Vancouver Canucks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/4/25 vs Colorado Avalanche W 3-0
2/2/25 vs Detroit Red Wings L 3-2 OT
1/31/25 @ Dallas Stars L 5-3
1/29/25 @ Nashville Predators W 3-1
1/27/25 @ St. Louis Blues W 5-2

San Jose Sharks injuries

  • Alex Wennberg (C): Out
  • Ty Dellandrea (C): Injured Reserve
  • Tyler Toffoli (C): Day-To-Day
  • Nikolai Kovalenko (RW): Out
  • Vitek Vanecek (G): Out

Vancouver Canucks injuries

  • Quinn Hughes (D): Out
  • Kiefer Sherwood (LW): Injured Reserve
  • J.T. Miller (C): Out
  • Dakota Joshua (C): Injured Reserve
  • Noah Juulsen (D): Injured Reserve

Canucks vs Sharks game info

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

Canucks vs Sharks predictions

When it comes to the Vancouver Canucks' offensive lineup, all eyes are on Jake DeBrusk. With his impressive goal tally sitting at 19, DeBrusk is set to be the go-to guy for Vancouver's scoring chances. Now, picture this: With Quinn Hughes out, other players will need to step up, particularly in playmaking roles. Though Hughes has been a dynamo with his 45 assists, the Canucks need to compensate for his absence. This could be a pivotal moment for other players to explore untapped potential and widen their contribution on the ice. Could DeBrusk step up even further to offset this? The Canucks know they’re heading into hostile territory in the Shark Tank but also recognize their sturdy record on the road as an advantage at SAP Center.

Shifting focus to the San Jose Sharks, things are a bit more tenuous, especially with Tyler Toffoli and Mikael Granlund dealing with injuries. Both players are crucial in the Sharks’ attempt to fend off a Vancouver team that's already leading the regular season series two games to none. If Toffoli, leading the Sharks with 19 goals, manages more ice time, his knack for finding the net could keep his team in the hunt. Then there's Granlund, who tops San Jose in assists with 30. He's sitting on the day-to-day list, a staggering concern for Sharks fans hoping for a little extra creativity in offense. Without full capacity in their roster, it's anyone’s guess how the Sharks will adapt, but a bit of grit could always swing the momentum.

Now, let's break down how these factors might translate in tonight's showdown. Do the Canucks have the upper hand? Given their solid road record and deep lineup, they're likely feeling confident. However, never underestimate the home-ice determination of the Sharks who are eager to improve on their record and aim to break a losing skid to Vancouver. While the odds lean in favor of Vancouver, expect a hard-fought battle, possibly coming down to which team capitalizes on the other's mistakes. If I had to call it, I'd say the Canucks might carry the day, but it'll be no cakewalk. There’s bound to be that thrilling unpredictability that makes hockey the sport we all know and love.

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