The Detroit Red Wings aim to extend their remarkable seven-game winning streak as they welcome the San Jose Sharks to Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday evening.
Under new coach Todd McLellan's guidance, the Red Wings have transformed their season, climbing to within four points of a wildcard spot while averaging four goals per game during their current streak.
The Sharks, despite showing flashes of promise with their young core, enter this contest having dropped eight of their last ten games and face a challenging test against one of the NHL's hottest teams.
Detroit's offensive surge has been led by Lucas Raymond's eight points in his last five games, while Patrick Kane has found his rhythm with 10 points this month.
While the Sharks did claim a 5-4 victory in their previous meeting this season, Detroit's recent defensive improvements, allowing two or fewer goals in three of their last four games, suggest a different outcome could be in store.
As these teams prepare to face off in what promises to be an intriguing inter-conference battle, the contrast between Detroit's momentum and San Jose's rebuilding struggles sets the stage for a compelling NHL matchup.
Detroit Red Wings vs. San Jose Sharks: who will win?
For tonight's Detroit Red Wings vs San Jose Sharks matchup, our predictive model gives the Wings a 63% chance of defeating the Sharks.
Pre-game probabilities
Detroit Red Wings
Moneyline
Win %
63%
37%
San Jose Sharks
Detroit Red Wings: 63% win probability
- Outstanding recent form (Perfect 5-game streak: WWWWW)
- Better goal differential (-12 vs Sharks' -44)
- Higher points percentage (0.524 vs Sharks' 0.356)
San Jose Sharks: 37% win probability
- Poor defensive record (158 goals against, worst in Western Conference)
- Struggling road performance (26 losses, most in Pacific Division)
- Low scoring efficiency (114 goals scored in 45 games, 2.53 goals/game)
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Detroit Red Wings vs. San Jose Sharks form
Detroit Red Wings vs. San Jose Sharks head to head
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San Jose Sharks
5 : 4
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San Jose Sharks
3 : 5
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5 : 6
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Jan 25, 2023
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3 : 2
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4 : 7
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Jan 12, 2022
San Jose Sharks
3 : 2
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