The Dallas Stars (34-18-1) head to SAP Center looking to extend their dominance over the San Jose Sharks (15-34-7) in what promises to be an intriguing Western Conference matchup on Saturday night.
The Stars have won their last five consecutive meetings against the Sharks, including a convincing 5-2 victory in their most recent encounter at American Airlines Center.
Dallas enters the contest following back-to-back losses, but their strong defensive unit, ranking third in the league with just 2.47 goals against per game, suggests they remain a formidable opponent.
The Sharks, meanwhile, have struggled mightily, winning just one of their last ten games and currently sit at the bottom of the NHL in goals against, allowing 3.64 per game.
With Casey DeSmith expected to start in goal for Dallas against Vitek Vanecek for San Jose, both teams' goaltending choices could play a crucial role in determining the outcome.
As these Western Conference rivals prepare to wrap up their three-game regular-season series, fans will be watching closely to see if the Stars can maintain their impressive head-to-head record, having won eight of the past ten meetings between these teams.
San Jose Sharks vs. Dallas Stars: who will win?
For tonight's San Jose Sharks vs Dallas Stars matchup, our predictive model gives the Stars a 73.33% chance of defeating the Sharks.
Pre-game probabilities
Dallas Stars
Moneyline
Win %
73.33%
26.67%
San Jose Sharks
Dallas Stars: 73.33% win probability
- Strong goal-scoring ability (174 goals for in 54 games)
- Excellent defensive record (136 goals against, 3rd best in Western Conference)
- High position in standings (3rd in Western Conference with 70 points)
San Jose Sharks: 26.67% win probability
- League-worst defensive record (208 goals against in 56 games)
- Poor overall record (15 wins vs 34 losses, last in Western Conference)
- Lowest point total in Western Conference (37 points in 56 games)
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San Jose Sharks vs. Dallas Stars form
San Jose Sharks vs. Dallas Stars head to head
San Jose Sharks
17%
Dallas Stars
83%
Nov 21, 2024
Dallas Stars
5 : 2
San Jose Sharks
Oct 16, 2024
Dallas Stars
3 : 2
San Jose Sharks
Mar 27, 2024
San Jose Sharks
3 : 6
Dallas Stars
Mar 6, 2024
San Jose Sharks
6 : 7
Dallas Stars
Mar 3, 2024
Dallas Stars
3 : 2
San Jose Sharks
Jan 19, 2023
San Jose Sharks
5 : 3
Dallas Stars
