San Jose Sharks vs Minnesota Wild Prediction, Picks & Odds | 26 Oct 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Sharks vs Wild

The San Jose Sharks clash with the Minnesota Wild in this NHL matchup at Xcel Energy Center, with face-off scheduled for 17:00 on Sunday, October 26. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

We believe that the Wild should prove too strong for the Sharks over 60 minutes. Therefore, it’s all about going to the 3-Way Moneyline to back the home team and there’s juice in the -135 available.

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San Jose Sharks were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road at Prudential Center. New Jersey Devils claimed a 3-1 win. William Eklund was the only player to score, with Yaroslav Askarov making 26 saves (.929).

Minnesota Wild have lost in back-to-back outings. In a recent home game at Xcel Energy Center, they were turned over 6-2 by Utah Mammoth. Marcus Johansson was able to score both goals.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Wild won the most recent encounter between these teams. A 8-7 victory was registered against the Sharks at Xcel Energy Center. The Wild have seven straight wins against the Sharks. They’ve also claimed 8 victories in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

Starting Goalies

Yaroslav Askarov (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	11-8-1	3.3	.900	0
23/24	1-0-0	1.47	.943	0

Jesper Wallstedt (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	9-1-2	2	.937	4
23/24	2-1-0	3.01	.897	1

1 win, 6 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 2.4 goals from 22.6 shots on goal, with a 17.5% powerplay efficiency. The Sharks have given up 4.2 goals from 32.7 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 76.9%.

Macklin Celebrini is the top points scorer with 13 points, 6 goals and 7 assists, with Will Smith racking up 8 points, 2 goals and 6 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic have a 4.00 goal against average with a .874 save percentage.

The Wild have 3 wins, 6 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.4 goals from 29.9 shots on goal, with a 25.6% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.6 goals from 30.7 shots, averaging 2.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 70.4%.

Matthew Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov have scored the most points on 11, with each player managing 5 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Filip Gustavsson have a 3.31 GAA with a .895 SV%, including one shutout.

San Jose Sharks vs Minnesota Wild Prediction & Picks

This San Jose Sharks vs Minnesota Wild betting breakdown features a main match prediction, a correct score insight, expert player prop picks and a sharply constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Game Prediction

We’re keeping things simple by backing Minnesota Wild on the 60-minute line. They should get the better of their opponents in this NHL encounter and our pick is available at -135.

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 Sharks vs Wild stats:

• Wild have won 11 of their last 20 games at home.
• Sharks have lost 9 of their last 10 games.
• Sharks have lost 18 of their last 20 games.
• Wild have won the last 7 games between these teams.

Wild 3-Way Moneyline Probability

If you go by the best NHL sportsbooks, our pick has a 57.5% chance of landing a return. Our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 60-65%. This hockey bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

We’d recommend taking a look at betting selections for the Puck Line, Winning Margin and Match Winner & Total Goals if you’re interested in siding with Minnesota but want bigger odds.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Macklin Celebrini Over 2.5 Shots -145

Macklin Celebrini (Sharks) has totaled Over 2.5 shots on goal in 5 straight games on the road. Out of all the prop bets available, we’re going to take the -145 when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager.

Correct Score Prediction

Sharks 3 - 6 Wild

Let’s go for the Wild to win 6-3, a bet which is available at +2200. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Sharks

Wild

1-0

Sharks

+6000

Wild

+5000

2-0

Sharks

+6000

Wild

+4500

2-1

Sharks

+1800

Wild

+1400

3-0

Sharks

+5000

Wild

+2400

3-1

Sharks

+2500

Wild

+1600

3-2

Sharks

+1100

Wild

+800

4-0

Sharks

+7000

Wild

+2500

4-1

Sharks

+2800

Wild

+1100

4-2

Sharks

+2200

Wild

+1300

4-3

Sharks

+1300

Wild

+950

5-0

Sharks

+13000

Wild

+4000

5-1

Sharks

+5000

Wild

+1500

5-2

Sharks

+2800

Wild

+1200

5-3

Sharks

+3300

Wild

+1900

5-4

Sharks

+2400

Wild

+1900

6-0

Sharks

+2400

Wild

+6000

6-1

Sharks

+11000

Wild

+3300

6-2

Sharks

+5500

Wild

+2000

6-3

Sharks

+4500

Wild

+2200

6-4

Sharks

+6000

Wild

+4000

6-5

Sharks

+5500

Wild

+4500

7-0

Sharks

+5500

Wild

+9000

7-1

Sharks

+5500

Wild

+5500

7-2

Sharks

+14000

Wild

+4500

7-3

Sharks

+9000

Wild

+4000

7-4

Sharks

+9000

Wild

+5000

7-5

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+9000

7-6

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+11000

8-0

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+14000

8-1

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+9000

8-2

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+8000

8-3

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+9000

8-4

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+9000

8-5

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+12000

9-1

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+14000

9-2

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+13000

9-3

Sharks

+12500

Wild

+14000

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San Jose Sharks vs Minnesota Wild 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.

Minnesota Wild have short betting odds and they’re overwhelming -208 favorites for this game. This means the sportsbooks give them a 68% chance of winning. The market suggests that San Jose Sharks are least likely to win at +172.

The puck line is calculated to be 1.5, while total goals comes in at 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you're keen on Over 6.5, this selection is available at -102.

The best betting sites offer hundreds of game lines and team props when it comes to National Hockey League clashes. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.

Moneyline

Sharks

+172

Wild

-208

3-Way Moneyline

Sharks

+310

Tie

+360

Wild

-147

Puck Line

Sharks +1.5

-147

Wild -1.5

+120

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-120

Over 6.5

-102

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

San Jose Sharks Stats

Minnesota Wild Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 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 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 8.00 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 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.70 pts and allowed 4.30 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 24.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.5
• Blocks: 15.2
• Faceoff Wins : 25.2
• Hits: 17.4
• Giveaways: 14.4
• Takeaways: 3.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 24.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 10.3
• Blocks: 15.5
• Faceoff Wins : 28.7
• Hits: 20.2
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 28.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 6.5
• Blocks: 15.2
• Faceoff Wins : 27.5
• Hits: 23.5
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 4.3

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.4
• Shots: 31
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 6.5
• Blocks: 14.6
• Faceoff Wins : 27.5
• Hits: 22.3
• Giveaways: 15.8
• Takeaways: 5

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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