San Jose Sharks vs Detroit Red Wings: Sharks avenge away defeat

Prediction for the NHL San Jose Sharks vs Detroit Red Wings match, which will take place on January 12. Check the team conditions and choose several betting options.

In their last four games, the Sharks were twice stronger (3:2 over Buffalo and 3:2 in overtime over Philadelphia) and twice weaker - against Pittsburgh (5:8) and against Detroit (2:6).

San Jose is a step away from the play-off zone. At the moment, the Sharks are in fifth place, with the same number of points as the higher-ranked Los Angeles.

Detroit had only one win in the previous five games, a 6:2 victory over San Jose. However, the Red Wings played in their stands, which added to their confidence. The Red Wings have been awful on the road - nine defeats out of ten games. Detroit is in a tough battle with Boston for fourth place in the Atlantic Division standings, but the Bruins are two points ahead.

Unsurprisingly, the bookmakers opted for San Jose. Detroit has very little chance of winning. The Sharks have won their last two home games but have been without overtime and penalty shots. All in all, we recommend betting on the final victory of the first team for excellent odds. Prediction: San Jose will win the game.