San Jose Sharks vs Nashville Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds | 13 Apr 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Sharks vs Predators

The San Jose Sharks meet the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, with face-off scheduled for 20:00 on Monday, April 13.

We’re eager to back the Predators to beat the Sharks and that leads us to the 3-Way Moneyline for our prediction. It’s difficult to turn down the +104 that the home team claim a victory in regulation time.

San Jose Sharks have suffered three straight defeats, recently being beaten at home by Vancouver Canucks 4-3 (SO) at SAP Center. Igor Chernyshov registered two goals, with Tyler Toffoli scoring one. Goalie Yaroslav Askarov had 38 saves (.927).

Nashville Predators last game saw them claim a 2-1 home win over Minnesota Wild at Bridgestone Arena. Steven Stamkos and Matthew Wood each scored one goal. Goalie Justus Annunen had a great game and ended up with 21 saves (.955).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Predators beat the Sharks in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 6-3 scoreline at SAP Center. The Predators have won all of the past 10 H2H meetings.

Starting Goalies

Alex Nedeljkovic (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	16-14-4	3	.893	0
23/24	18-7-7	2.97	.902	1

Juuse Saros (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	28-21-8	3.2	.894	0
23/24	35-24-5	2.86	.906	3

5 wins, 3 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.9 goals from 25.0 shots on goal, with a 20.0% powerplay efficiency. The Sharks have given up 3.4 goals from 28.4 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 63.9%.

Macklin Celebrini is the top points scorer with 14 points, 7 goals and 7 assists, with Alexander Wennberg recording 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Yaroslav Askarov have a 3.80 goal against average with a .878 save percentage.

The Predators have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.1 goals from 26.7 shots on goal, with a 17.7% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.8 goals from 30.0 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 92.3%.

The top points scorer is Filip Forsberg with 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists, while Ryan O'Reilly is next best after registering 9 points, 1 goal and 8 assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 3.25 GAA with a .887 SV%.

San Jose Sharks vs Nashville Predators Prediction & Picks

This San Jose Sharks vs Nashville Predators betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including an expert match prediction, correct score bet and a strategic bet builder.

Game Prediction

It’s time to side with Nashville Predators to record a victory in this NHL encounter. They should have the upper hand and the +104 for our pick on the 60-minute line looks a good price.

We put solid research behind every hockey prediction, starting with recent form and a clear read on injuries. From there, key NHL stats and advanced metrics help complete the picture and support smarter betting decisions

Key Sharks vs Predators stats:

• Predators have won 13 of their last 20 games at home.
• Predators have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• Sharks have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Sharks have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Sharks have lost their last 3 games.
• Predators have won the last 10 games between these teams.

Predators 3-Way Moneyline Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 49% chance of landing a return. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

We advise heading to the Match Winner & Total Goals lines if you want to combine the Nashville win with an Over or Under selection. This provides plenty of juice for bettors looking for extra value.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Sharks 2 - 3 Predators

The Predators can be backed at +850 to triumph by a 3-2 scoreline. It can be fun to have a wager on the correct score and there’s a big potential return if the bet wins.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Sharks

Predators

1-0

Sharks

+6000

Predators

+5500

2-0

Sharks

+5500

Predators

+5000

2-1

Sharks

+1700

Predators

+1500

3-0

Sharks

+4500

Predators

+3000

3-1

Sharks

+2200

Predators

+1800

3-2

Sharks

+950

Predators

+850

4-0

Sharks

+5500

Predators

+3500

4-1

Sharks

+2200

Predators

+1400

4-2

Sharks

+1800

Predators

+1400

4-3

Sharks

+1100

Predators

+950

5-0

Sharks

+10000

Predators

+6000

5-1

Sharks

+3500

Predators

+2000

5-2

Sharks

+2200

Predators

+1400

5-3

Sharks

+2500

Predators

+2000

5-4

Sharks

+2000

Predators

+1700

6-0

Sharks

+2000

Predators

+9000

6-1

Sharks

+8000

Predators

+4500

6-2

Sharks

+4000

Predators

+2500

6-3

Sharks

+3500

Predators

+2400

6-4

Sharks

+5000

Predators

+4000

6-5

Sharks

+4500

Predators

+4000

7-0

Sharks

+4500

Predators

+12500

7-1

Sharks

+14000

Predators

+7500

7-2

Sharks

+11000

Predators

+6000

7-3

Sharks

+7000

Predators

+4500

7-4

Sharks

+7000

Predators

+5500

7-5

Sharks

+11000

Predators

+9000

7-6

Sharks

+11000

Predators

+10000

8-1

Sharks

+11000

Predators

+12000

8-2

Sharks

+11000

Predators

+10000

8-3

Sharks

+11000

Predators

+11000

8-4

Sharks

+13000

Predators

+9000

8-5

Sharks

+13000

Predators

+12000

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San Jose Sharks vs Nashville Predators 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.

Nashville Predators are -161 favorites and that means a 62% chance of winning this game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. The market suggests that San Jose Sharks are least likely to win at +132.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is 6.5. The beauty of Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you want to wager Over 6.5, there are odds of -105.

If you’re betting on the National Hockey League, we recommend heading to the top betting apps and scanning through the many team props and game lines. There’s a chance to wager before the puck drops and during the games.

Moneyline

Sharks

+132

Predators

-161

3-Way Moneyline

Sharks

+210

Tie

+320

Predators

+104

Puck Line

Sharks +1.5

-189

Predators -1.5

+152

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-115

Over 6.5

-105

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

San Jose Sharks Stats

Nashville Predators Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

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

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 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 5 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 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 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 2.90 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.80 pts and allowed 4.20 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 6.40 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.50 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 25
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8.6
• Blocks: 15.2
• Faceoff Wins : 28.4
• Hits: 24.2
• Giveaways: 18.5
• Takeaways: 4.6

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 25.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 11.1
• Blocks: 12.6
• Faceoff Wins : 25
• Hits: 24.6
• Giveaways: 19.9
• Takeaways: 4.5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 26.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 11
• Blocks: 14.2
• Faceoff Wins : 27.9
• Hits: 19.2
• Giveaways: 15.7
• Takeaways: 4.1

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 25
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 10.7
• Blocks: 13
• Faceoff Wins : 26.4
• Hits: 18.9
• Giveaways: 14.4
• Takeaways: 5.1

Injuries & Suspensions

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.

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