The Vancouver Canucks (16-10-7) will host the San Jose Sharks (11-19-6) at Rogers Arena on Monday night in what promises to be an intriguing Pacific Division matchup between two teams looking to snap their respective losing streaks.
The Canucks, despite their recent three-game skid, have dominated this rivalry by winning nine of their last ten meetings against the Sharks, including both encounters this season with scores of 7-4 and 3-2.
Vancouver's offensive prowess, led by Quinn Hughes with his impressive 40 points from eight goals and 32 assists, will be tested against a struggling Sharks defense that ranks 28th in the league, allowing 3.47 goals per game.
The Sharks enter the contest on a concerning four-game losing streak but have shown resilience on the puck line, covering the spread in four of their last five games.
While the Canucks have been averaging 3.12 goals per game, their recent defensive performances have raised concerns, having conceded 11 goals in their last four home games.
This Pacific Division battle sets up an compelling narrative as both teams seek to return to winning ways, with historical dominance facing current form in what could be a pivotal December matchup.
Vancouver Canucks vs. San Jose Sharks: who will win?
For tonight's Vancouver Canucks vs San Jose Sharks matchup, our predictive model gives the Canucks a 62.75% chance of defeating the Sharks.
Pre-game probabilities
Vancouver Canucks
Moneyline
Win %
62.75%
37.25%
San Jose Sharks
Vancouver Canucks: 62.75% win probability
- Superior offensive output (103 goals for vs Sharks' 98)
- Better overall record (16 wins vs Sharks' 11 wins)
- Higher points total (39 points vs Sharks' 28 points)
San Jose Sharks: 37.25% win probability
- Poor defensive record (129 goals against, worst in the league)
- Struggling recent form (LLLLW in last 5 games)
- Low win percentage (11 wins in 36 games played)
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Vancouver Canucks vs. San Jose Sharks form
Vancouver Canucks vs. San Jose Sharks head to head
Vancouver Canucks
83%
San Jose Sharks
17%
Nov 3, 2024
San Jose Sharks
2 : 3
Vancouver Canucks
Dec 24, 2023
Vancouver Canucks
7 : 4
San Jose Sharks
Nov 26, 2023
San Jose Sharks
4 : 3
Vancouver Canucks
Nov 21, 2023
Vancouver Canucks
3 : 1
San Jose Sharks
Nov 3, 2023
San Jose Sharks
1 : 10
Vancouver Canucks
Mar 24, 2023
Vancouver Canucks
7 : 2
San Jose Sharks
