San Jose Sharks vs Utah Mammoth Prediction, Picks & Odds | 17 Oct 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Sharks vs Mammoth

The San Jose Sharks meet the Utah Mammoth in this NHL matchup at Delta Center, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Friday, October 17. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

The best betting angle could be the Mammoth to win by two goals or more against the Sharks. Therefore, the prediction is -1.5 goals on the puck line at a generous -100.

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San Jose Sharks have suffered three straight defeats, recently being beaten at home by Carolina Hurricanes 5-1 at SAP Center. William Eklund found the net from 17 Sharks shots.

Utah Mammoth were winners last time out. It was a 3-1 home victory against Calgary Flames at Delta Center. Barrett Hayton, John-Jason Peterka and Kevin Stenlund each scored one goal. Goalie Karel Vejmelka made 19 saves (.950).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Mammoth have claimed back-to-back victories over the Sharks. At SAP Center they won 4-3 before winning 2-1 at Delta Center. The Mammoth have triumphed in two of the previous 3 clashes between these teams.

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

Karel Vejmelka (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	14-9-2	2.8	.891	1
23/24	13-19-2	3.35	.895	1

6 losses and 4 overtime losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 23.7 shots on goal, with a 13.9% powerplay efficiency. The Sharks have been giving up 4.6 goals from 34.5 shots, averaging 4.0 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.5%.

Macklin Celebrini is the top points scorer with 12 points, 4 goals and 8 assists, with Will Smith racking up 11 points, 5 goals and 6 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Alexandar Georgiyev have a 4.47 goal against average with a .866 save percentage.

The Mammoth have 6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.5 goals from 31.4 shots on goal, with a 25.5% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.5 goals from 25.1 shots, averaging 4.9 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 75.5%.

The top points scorer is Dylan Guenther with 12 points, 3 goals and 9 assists, while Clayton Keller is next in line after having 11 points, 5 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Karel Vejmelka have a 2.36 GAA with a .907 SV%.

San Jose Sharks vs Utah Mammoth Prediction & Picks

Your complete San Jose Sharks vs Utah Mammoth betting guide is here, including our go-to match prediction, scoreline call, standout prop selections and a customized bet builder.

Game Prediction

This NHL encounter could be one-sided in favor of Utah Mammoth and our pick is the -100 about the favorites -1.5 goals on the spread. A sizeable victory could be on the cards.

Recent form is always part of the equation and we combine it with team news as soon as it’s available. To deliver expert hockey picks, our handicappers also analyze the latest NHL stats to ensure we’re working with the best information possible.

Key Sharks vs Mammoth stats:

• The -1.5 line has been covered by Mammoth in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -1.5 line has been covered by Mammoth in 3 of their last 5 games at home.

Mammoth -1.5 Probability

The best sportsbooks make it a 50% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our cappers research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Nick Schmaltz Over 2.5 Shots -110

Nick Schmaltz (Mammoth) has recorded Over 2.5 shots on goal in 8 of the past 10 games. Out of all the prop bets available, we’re going to take the -110 when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager.

Correct Score Prediction

Sharks 2 - 5 Mammoth

We’ve found an attractive bet at odds of +1100 and it involves the Mammoth winning 5-2. We like a wager on correct score as there’s the chance to bank a bigger return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Sharks

Mammoth

1-0

Sharks

+6600

Mammoth

+5000

2-0

Sharks

+6600

Mammoth

+4500

2-1

Sharks

+1900

Mammoth

+1400

3-0

Sharks

+5500

Mammoth

+2200

3-1

Sharks

+2800

Mammoth

+1600

3-2

Sharks

+1150

Mammoth

+800

4-0

Sharks

+8000

Mammoth

+2400

4-1

Sharks

+2900

Mammoth

+1050

4-2

Sharks

+2400

Mammoth

+1300

4-3

Sharks

+1400

Mammoth

+1000

5-0

Sharks

+14000

Mammoth

+4000

5-1

Sharks

+5500

Mammoth

+1400

5-2

Sharks

+3000

Mammoth

+1100

5-3

Sharks

+3400

Mammoth

+1900

5-4

Sharks

+2500

Mammoth

+1900

6-0

Sharks

+2500

Mammoth

+5500

6-1

Sharks

+12500

Mammoth

+3000

6-2

Sharks

+6000

Mammoth

+1800

6-3

Sharks

+5000

Mammoth

+2000

6-4

Sharks

+6600

Mammoth

+4000

6-5

Sharks

+6000

Mammoth

+4500

7-0

Sharks

+6000

Mammoth

+8000

7-1

Sharks

+6000

Mammoth

+5000

7-2

Sharks

+6000

Mammoth

+4500

7-3

Sharks

+10000

Mammoth

+3500

7-4

Sharks

+10000

Mammoth

+5000

7-5

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+9000

7-6

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+11000

8-0

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+12500

8-1

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+8000

8-2

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+7500

8-3

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+9000

8-4

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+8000

8-5

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+12000

9-1

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+13000

9-2

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+12500

9-3

Sharks

+13000

Mammoth

+14000

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San Jose Sharks vs Utah Mammoth 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.

At betting odds of -250 with the sportsbooks, Utah Mammoth are regarded as 71% likely to win this game. San Jose Sharks are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +202.

1.5 is the puck line and 6.5 is the total goals line. A Totals wager is always available and can often provide value selections. If you're keen on Over 6.5, this selection is available at +104.

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Moneyline

Sharks

+202

Mammoth

-250

3-Way Moneyline

Sharks

+360

Tie

+375

Mammoth

-164

Puck Line

Sharks +1.5

-118

Mammoth -1.5

-104

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-128

Over 6.5

+104

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

San Jose Sharks Stats

Utah Mammoth Stats

Moneyline

• 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 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 5 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 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 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.80 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 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 2.50 goals and allowed 4.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.10 pts and allowed 4.70 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 6.20 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 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 3.50 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 23.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 9.8
• Blocks: 15.6
• Faceoff Wins : 28.9
• Hits: 19.8
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 4.6

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 27.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.5
• Blocks: 20
• Faceoff Wins : 28.5
• Hits: 20.7
• Giveaways: 13.9
• Takeaways: 4.4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.2
• Shots: 31.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 11.2
• Blocks: 14.4
• Faceoff Wins : 27.9
• Hits: 17.4
• Giveaways: 19.5
• Takeaways: 3.2

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 31.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.6
• Penalty Minutes: 8.9
• Blocks: 16.3
• Faceoff Wins : 31
• Hits: 21.5
• Giveaways: 16.7
• Takeaways: 4.6

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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