Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks Prediction, Picks & Odds | 08 Apr 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Oilers vs Sharks

The Edmonton Oilers go up against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center, with face-off scheduled for 22:00 on Wednesday, April 8.

We think that the Oilers should prove too strong for the Sharks. Therefore, it’s all about going to the Moneyline to back them and there’s juice in the -122 available.

Edmonton Oilers have been beaten in successive games and the latest was on the road at Delta Center. Utah Mammoth claimed a 6-5 (OT) win. Connor McDavid found the net along with four other players.

San Jose Sharks won their last game, beating Chicago Blackhawks at home. It was a 3-2 win at SAP Center. Will Smith, Kiefer Sherwood and William Eklund each scored one goal. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic made a total of 27 saves (.931).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Oilers beat the Sharks in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 5-3 scoreline at Rogers Place. The previous 10 games featuring these teams have resulted in eight Oilers victories.

Starting Goalies

Connor Ingram (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	16-10-3	2.6	.899	2
23/24	23-21-3	2.91	.907	6

Alex Nedeljkovic (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	18-14-4	2.9	.896	0
23/24	18-7-7	2.97	.902	1

6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.2 goals from 29.6 shots on goal, with a 10.0% powerplay efficiency. The Oilers have been giving up 3.1 goals from 27.0 shots, averaging 2.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 82.8%.

Connor McDavid is the top points scorer with 14 points, 7 goals and 7 assists, with Evan Bouchard racking up 12 points, 2 goals and 10 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Connor Ingram have a 2.99 goal against average with a .896 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Sharks have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.7 goals from 26.4 shots on goal, with a 19.4% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.5 goals from 25.0 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.8%.

The top points scorer is Macklin Celebrini with 12 points, 6 goals and 6 assists, while Will Smith is next best after registering 10 points, 4 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic have a 3.05 GAA with a .862 SV%.

Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks Prediction & Picks

From our main match prediction to correct score advice, must-watch player props and a custom bet builder — this Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks betting preview covers it all.

Game Prediction

It’s time to side with Edmonton Oilers to record a victory in this NHL clash. The road team should have the upper hand and the -122 for our pick on the Moneyline looks a generous price.

Injuries can influence the outcome and our NHL handicappers factor that in alongside the latest form guide. We apply the same approach to the stats to build the clearest picture of how the game might unfold.

Key Oilers vs Sharks stats:

• Oilers have won 6 of their last 10 games.
• Oilers have won 3 of their last 5 games.
• Sharks have lost 8 of their last 10 games against Oilers.

Oilers Moneyline Probability

The top betting apps make it a 54.9% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, we have this figure closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

If you’re looking for bigger odds, Edmonton can be backed at a greater price on the Puck Line. For more juice, also consider Match Winner & Total Goals, Winning Margin and 3-Way Moneyline.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Connor McDavid To Score +110

Connor McDavid (Oilers) has scored at least one goal in 4 straight road games. We think there’s value in backing him for an Anytime Goalscorer prop bet at +110 which will hopefully see him find the net.

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Correct Score Prediction

Oilers 6 - 2 Sharks

A 6-2 win in favor of the Oilers is available at odds of +2900. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Oilers

Sharks

1-0

Oilers

+6600

Sharks

+6600

2-0

Oilers

+6000

Sharks

+6000

2-1

Oilers

+1800

Sharks

+1800

3-0

Oilers

+4000

Sharks

+4500

3-1

Oilers

+2200

Sharks

+2200

3-2

Oilers

+900

Sharks

+950

4-0

Oilers

+5000

Sharks

+5500

4-1

Oilers

+1800

Sharks

+1900

4-2

Oilers

+1600

Sharks

+1700

4-3

Oilers

+950

Sharks

+950

5-0

Oilers

+8000

Sharks

+9000

5-1

Oilers

+2800

Sharks

+3000

5-2

Oilers

+1600

Sharks

+1800

5-3

Oilers

+2000

Sharks

+2200

5-4

Oilers

+1600

Sharks

+1600

6-0

Oilers

+11000

Sharks

+12500

6-1

Oilers

+5500

Sharks

+6600

6-2

Oilers

+2900

Sharks

+3300

6-3

Oilers

+2400

Sharks

+2800

6-4

Oilers

+3500

Sharks

+4000

6-5

Oilers

+3500

Sharks

+3500

7-1

Oilers

+9000

Sharks

+11000

7-2

Oilers

+7000

Sharks

+8000

7-3

Oilers

+4500

Sharks

+5500

7-4

Oilers

+5000

Sharks

+5500

7-5

Oilers

+8000

Sharks

+8000

7-6

Oilers

+8000

Sharks

+9000

8-2

Oilers

+12000

Sharks

+14000

8-3

Oilers

+11000

Sharks

+13000

8-4

Oilers

+9000

Sharks

+10000

8-5

Oilers

+11000

Sharks

+11000

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Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

There are betting odds of -105 about San Jose Sharks winning, with Edmonton Oilers currently available at -114. According to the top sportsbooks, the home team have an implied probability of 51%.

The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. A wager on Totals allows bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are -128.

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Moneyline

Oilers

-114

Sharks

-105

3-Way Moneyline

Oilers

+135

Tie

+310

Sharks

+160

Puck Line

Oilers -1.5

+205

Sharks +1.5

-263

Total Goals

Under 6.5

+104

Over 6.5

-128

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Edmonton Oilers Stats

San Jose Sharks Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 8.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 4.30 pts and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.70 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 29.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 6.7
• Blocks: 13.4
• Faceoff Wins : 27
• Hits: 22.2
• Giveaways: 14.1
• Takeaways: 3.9

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 28.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 8.8
• Blocks: 12.4
• Faceoff Wins : 30.2
• Hits: 20.8
• Giveaways: 15.8
• Takeaways: 4.2

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 26.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.2
• Blocks: 15.3
• Faceoff Wins : 30.8
• Hits: 23.6
• Giveaways: 17.6
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 25.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 9.9
• Blocks: 14.6
• Faceoff Wins : 30.3
• Hits: 23.8
• Giveaways: 16.8
• Takeaways: 4.6

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