NHL Betting Preview: Sharks vs Avalanche

The San Jose Sharks go up against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Wednesday, November 26.

Sharks and Avs to Cancel Each Other Out

The Sharks and the Avalanche don’t look capable of passing the 6.5 goal line. It leads us to make an Unders prediction, with odds of -130 currently on offer.

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9 Avs Victories in Last 10 H2H Battles

San Jose Sharks have suffered successive road defeats. Their most recent game was a 3-1 home win at SAP Center where they beat Boston Bruins. Macklin Celebrini, Shakir Mukhamadullin and Collin Graf scored one goal each. Goalie Yaroslav Askarov had an awesome game, keeping out 34 shots (.971).

Colorado Avalanche got a ninth straight win in their last game. It was a 1-0 road triumph at United Center when meeting Chicago Blackhawks. Cale Makar was the only goal scorer, while Scott Wedgewood recorded 22 saves.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw the Sharks claim a 3-2 win over the Avs at SAP Center. The previous 10 games featuring these teams have resulted in nine Avs victories.

Starting Goalies

Yaroslav Askarov (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	8-5-1	2.9	.910	0
23/24	1-0-0	1.47	.943	0

Scott Wedgewood (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	13-1-2	2.1	.918	1
23/24	16-7-5	2.85	.899	0

San Jose Sharks – Last 10 Games

7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 23.1 shots on goal, with a 14.6% powerplay efficiency. The Sharks have given up 1.9 goals from 31.2 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 94.9%.

Macklin Celebrini is the top points scorer with 16 points, 7 goals and 9 assists, with Will Smith recording 10 points, 3 goals and 7 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Yaroslav Askarov have a 1.40 goal against average with a .956 save percentage.

Colorado Avalanche – Last 10 Games

The Avs have 9 wins and 0 overtime loss, averaging 4.3 goals from 32.2 shots on goal, with a 12.8% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 1.8 goals from 26.6 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 86.1%.

The top points scorer is Nathan MacKinnon with 19 points, 8 goals and 11 assists, while Martin Necas is next in line after having 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Scott Wedgewood have a 1.33 GAA with a .948 SV%, including one shutout.

San Jose Sharks vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction & Picks

Get fully prepped for San Jose Sharks vs Colorado Avalanche with our betting guide, featuring our expert match pick, predicted scoreline and a value-focused bet builder. Read on for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

The two teams may not light the lamp too many times, thus ensuring that we go under the line on the totals. Take the attractive odds of -130 on offer for this NHL clash.

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Key Sharks vs Avalanche stats:

The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Sharks games.
The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Sharks games.
The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Sharks games on the road.
The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Avalanche games.
The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Avalanche games.
The 6.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Avalanche games.

Under 6.5 Probability

Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick has a 56.5% chance of winning. However, our analysts think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Published 01:56, 26 November 2025

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Totals Under 6.5

Puck Line Avalanche -1.5

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Correct Score Prediction

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Avalanche

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves the Avalanche to win 4-1. The odds of +950 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

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San Jose Sharks vs Colorado Avalanche Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Avs Win on the Cards According to the Books

You might not get rich backing Colorado Avalanche at -370. However, the sportsbooks’ betting odds imply a 79% chance of winning this game. The market suggests that San Jose Sharks are least likely to win at +290.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is currently 6.5. Having a bet on Totals is one of the most popular hockey wagers. If you’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are +108.

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Puck Line

Total Goals

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Last 5 Games

Sharks

NHL: 24/11 Bruins1 Sharks 3
NHL: 23/11 Senators3 Sharks 2
NHL: 21/11 Kings3 Sharks 4
NHL: 19/11 Mammoth2 Sharks 3
NHL: 16/11 Sharks1 Kraken 4

Avalanche

NHL: 24/11 Avalanche1 Blackhawks 0
NHL: 23/11 Avalanche3 Predators 0
NHL: 21/11 Rangers3 Avalanche 6
NHL: 17/11 Islanders1 Avalanche 4
NHL: 14/11 Sabres3 Avalanche 6

Head to Head

San Jose vs Colorado

NHL: 01/11 2025 Avalanche 2 Sharks 3
NHL: 07/03 2025 Sharks 3 Avalanche 7
NHL: 20/12 2024 Avalanche 4 Sharks 2
NHL: 21/10 2024 Avalanche 4 Sharks 1
NHL: 01/01 2024 Sharks 1 Avalanche 3
NHL: 18/12 2023 Sharks 2 Avalanche 6
NHL: 15/10 2023 Avalanche 2 Sharks 1
NHL: 07/04 2023 Avalanche 6 Sharks 2
NHL: 05/04 2023 Avalanche 4 Sharks 3
NHL: 08/03 2023 Sharks 0 Avalanche 6

Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

San Jose Sharks Stats

Colorado Avalanche Stats

Moneyline

7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 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 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

Game Totals: An average of 4.50 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 1.90 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.90 pts and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

Game Totals: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.10 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 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.30 goals and allowed 1.80 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.50 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

Goals Powerplay: 0.6
Shots: 23.1
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.9
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 8.9
Blocks: 14.1
Faceoff Wins : 23.7
Hits: 20.3
Giveaways: 13.2
Takeaways: 3.8

Last 10 Games on the Road

Goals Powerplay: 0.9
Shots: 22.3
Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
Penalties: 4.2
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 9.7
Blocks: 14.7
Faceoff Wins : 26.3
Hits: 20
Giveaways: 15.3
Takeaways: 4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 32.2
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.6
Empty Net Goals: 0.7
Penalty Minutes: 7.8
Blocks: 14.7
Faceoff Wins : 28.7
Hits: 18.6
Giveaways: 14.4
Takeaways: 4.6

Last 10 Home Games

Goals Powerplay: 1
Shots: 36
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.5
Empty Net Goals: 0.6
Penalty Minutes: 7.9
Blocks: 18.1
Faceoff Wins : 33.6
Hits: 18.7
Giveaways: 15
Takeaways: 4.5

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San Jose Sharks Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
71	Macklin Celebrini	23	20.53	14	20	34	5
2	Will Smith	23	18.13	7	14	21	5
72	William Eklund	19	19.9	5	9	14	-7

9	Dmitri Orlov	23	22.02	0	13	13	1
73	Tyler Toffoli	23	16.23	5	7	12	2
96	Philipp Kurashev	21	17	6	6	12	4
21	Alexander Wennberg	23	20.83	5	7	12	-7
51	Collin Graf	22	15.25	3	7	10	1
10	Ty Dellandrea	23	14.27	2	6	8	-4
53	Jeff Skinner	17	12.36	4	3	7	-4
3	John Klingberg	15	21.04	3	3	6	-6
81	Adam Gaudette	19	11.68	5	1	6	-4
38	Mario Ferraro	23	20.84	1	5	6	0
85	Shakir Mukhamadullin	11	16.67	1	4	5	3
37	Timothy Liljegren	17	20.39	0	4	4	-1
23	Barclay Goodrow	23	12.13	1	2	3	-6
	Michael Misa	7	11.74	1	2	3	-1
75	Ryan Reaves	19	7.55	2	0	2	-5
5	Vincent Desharnais	19	16.59	0	2	2	3
6	Sam Dickinson	17	14.38	1	1	2	-1
4	Nick Leddy	9	17.51	0	2	2	-4
56	Ethan Cardwell	4	12.35	1	0	1	1
54	Patrick Giles	3	8.87	0	1	1	1
63	Zack Ostapchuk	5	10.12	0	0	0	-2
	Vincent Iorio	6	16.33	0	0	0	-3
30	Yaroslav Askarov	14	60.56	0	0	0	0

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
33	Alex Nedeljkovic	9	2.99	0.901
	Jakub Skarek	-	-	-

Colorado Avalanche Player Stats & Roster

#	Player	GP	MIN	G	A	P	+/-
29	Nathan MacKinnon	22	21.75	17	20	37	23
8	Cale Makar	22	25.58	9	20	29	22
88	Martin Necas	22	21.11	13	15	28	19

62	Artturi Lehkonen	22	19.95	8	11	19	19
95	Victor Olofsson	22	14.26	6	9	15	0
11	Brock Nelson	22	18.49	6	6	12	12
13	Valeri Nichushkin	17	17.98	5	7	12	2
84	Brent Burns	22	20.02	2	9	11	6
70	Sam Malinski	22	15.13	1	10	11	13
20	Ross Colton	22	13.12	4	7	11	5
17	Parker Kelly	22	11.84	5	5	10	10
18	Jack Drury	22	15.19	4	5	9	6
7	Devon Toews	22	23.02	0	7	7	16
92	Gabriel Landeskog	22	14.38	2	5	7	5
54	Gavin Brindley	18	9.29	4	3	7	3
93	Zakhar Bardakov	17	6.5	1	3	4	4
42	Josh Manson	22	18.01	1	2	3	11
49	Samuel Girard	7	17	0	2	2	5
18	Jack Ahcan	6	11.35	0	1	1	4
57	Tristen Nielsen	4	6.3	0	1	1	1
28	Ilya Solovyov	9	11.56	0	0	0	-4
94	Joel Kiviranta	5	10.78	0	0	0	1
	Taylor Makar	3	5.57	0	0	0	0
	Jason Polin	2	6	0	0	0	1

#	Goalies	GP	GAA	SV%
41	Scott Wedgewood	17	2.09	0.918
39	Mackenzie Blackwood	4	2.47	0.911
50	Trent Miner	2	2.12	0.909

Injuries & Suspensions

San Jose Sharks Injury Table

Type

Name

Info

Jeff Skinner

Injured

Logan Couture

Injured

Carey Price

Injured

Ryan Ellis

Injured

Michael Misa

Injured

Colorado Avalanche Injury Table

Type

Name

Info

Valeri Nichushkin

Injured

Logan O'Connor

Injured

Gavin Brindley

Injured

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

Previous San Jose Sharks Lineups

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Bruins 1-3 Sharks

Metropolitan	GP	W	L	OT	PTS	P%	RW	ROW	GF	GA	DIFF	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Carolina	22	14	6	2	30	0.682	10	13	78	65	13	6-2-1	8-4-1	1-1	6-4	1L
2 New Jersey	22	14	7	1	29	0.659	9	12	69	67	2	8-0-1	6-7-0	2-0	5-5	1W
3 NY Islanders	23	13	8	2	28	0.609	9	12	71	66	5	5-4-1	8-4-1	1-2	7-3	1W
4 Washington	23	12	9	2	26	0.565	11	12	76	63	13	7-5-1	5-4-1	0-2	5-5	1W
5 Pittsburgh	21	10	6	5	25	0.595	10	10	64	58	6	5-3-2	5-3-3	0-3	3-7	2L
6 Philadelphia	21	11	7	3	25	0.595	5	7	60	59	1	8-3-2	3-4-1	4-0	5-5	1L
7 Columbus	23	11	9	3	25	0.543	6	8	69	76	-7	5-3-1	6-6-2	3-1	4-6	2L
8 NY Rangers	24	11	11	2	24	0.5	8	10	61	63	-2	2-7-1	9-4-1	1-0	5-5	1W

East Atlantic	GP	W	L	OT	PTS	P%	RW	ROW	GF	GA	DIFF	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Tampa Bay	22	13	7	2	28	0.636	10	13	69	60	9	7-5-0	6-2-2	0-0	7-3	4W
2 Detroit	23	13	9	1	27	0.587	9	11	69	74	-5	8-4-1	5-5-0	2-0	4-6	1L
3 Ottawa	22	11	7	4	26	0.591	8	9	71	71	0	6-3-2	5-4-2	2-0	5-5	1L
4 Boston	24	13	11	0	26	0.542	8	12	75	77	-2	8-4-0	5-7-0	1-0	6-4	1L
5 Montreal	21	11	7	3	25	0.595	6	11	72	76	-4	6-5-1	5-2-2	0-2	3-7	1W
6 Florida	22	12	9	1	25	0.568	11	11	70	68	2	8-3-1	4-6-0	1-1	6-4	1W
7 Buffalo	22	9	9	4	22	0.5	7	8	71	75	-4	8-4-2	1-5-2	1-0	4-6	2W
8 Toronto	22	9	10	3	21	0.477	6	9	74	82	-8	8-4-3	1-6-0	0-0	3-7	2L

East Central	GP	W	L	OT	PTS	P%	RW	ROW	GF	GA	DIFF	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Colorado	22	16	1	5	37	0.841	15	16	88	50	38	8-0-2	8-1-3	0-2	9-1	9W
2 Dallas	23	14	5	4	32	0.696	11	12	80	65	15	6-4-1	8-1-3	2-2	7-3	1W
3 Minnesota	23	12	7	4	28	0.609	8	10	68	64	4	7-3-3	5-4-1	2-0	8-2	5W
4 Utah	23	12	8	3	27	0.587	9	12	71	68	3	7-2-1	5-6-2	0-0	3-7	2W
5 Winnipeg	21	12	9	0	24	0.571	10	11	67	59	8	6-5-0	6-4-0	1-0	4-6	2L
6 Chicago	22	10	8	4	24	0.545	9	10	69	62	7	5-4-2	5-4-2	0-1	5-5	3L
7 St Louis	23	7	10	6	20	0.435	7	7	61	85	-24	3-5-4	4-5-2	0-2	3-7	1L
8 Nashville	22	6	12	4	16	0.364	4	5	52	81	-29	5-7-2	1-5-2	1-0	2-8	3L

West Pacific	GP	W	L	OT	PTS	P%	RW	ROW	GF	GA	DIFF	Home	Road	S/O	L10	Strk
1 Anaheim	22	14	7	1	29	0.659	9	13	80	69	11	8-2-0	6-5-1	1-0	6-4	1W
2 Seattle	22	11	5	6	28	0.636	7	11	57	59	-2	6-1-3	5-4-3	0-3	5-5	1L
3 LA Kings	23	11	6	6	28	0.609	7	10	62	64	-2	2-4-3	9-2-3	1-4	6-4	1W
4 Vegas	22	10	5	7	27	0.614	9	10	68	65	3	5-3-3	5-2-4	0-1	3-7	2L
5 San Jose	23	11	9	3	25	0.543	5	10	68	72	-4	7-4-3	4-5-0	1-1	7-3	1W
6 Edmonton	25	10	10	5	25	0.5	5	10	77	95	-18	5-2-2	5-8-3	0-2	4-6	1L
7 Vancouver	23	9	12	2	20	0.435	5	7	71	86	-15	3-7-1	6-5-1	2-0	3-7	3L
8 Calgary	24	8	13	3	19	0.396	6	6	59	73	-14	4-4-2	4-9-1	2-2	5-5	3W

San Jose Sharks

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NHL Betting Preview: Sharks vs Avalanche

Head-to-Head Statistics

Starting Goalies

San Jose Sharks vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction & Picks

Game Prediction

Under 6.5 Probability

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Correct Score Prediction

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Head to Head

Injuries & Suspensions

San Jose Sharks Injury Table

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Starting Lineups

Previous San Jose Sharks Lineups

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