The Minnesota Wild (24-10-6) and San Jose Sharks (19-17-3) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 4:00 p.m. EST at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, Calif. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Wild are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 6.5 (-105o / -115u). The Wild are a -176 favorite to win outright, while the Sharks are +145 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Wild vs. Sharks predictions and NHL picks.
Wild vs. Sharks Odds, Pick
| Wild Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +136 | 6.5 -105o / -115u | -176 |
| Sharks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -162 | 6.5 -105o / -115u | +145 |
Wild vs. Sharks Spread: Wild -1.5 (+136), Sharks +1.5 (-162)
Wild vs. Sharks Over/Under: 6.5 (-105o / -115u)
Wild vs. Sharks Moneyline: Wild -176, Sharks +145
Wild vs. Sharks Preview
The "Back Down To Earth" system focuses on NHL favorites facing opponents who are coming off emotional division wins in which they played as underdogs. After those high-effort victories, teams often experience a natural letdown when transitioning into a non-division matchup, where intensity and focus tend to drop.
The favorite benefits from facing an opponent that may have overperformed in its previous outing and is now slightly overvalued by the public. Non-division games typically feature a slower pace and reduced urgency, which favors disciplined favorites capable of capitalizing on teams coming off taxing wins.
This setup has consistently rewarded backing the steadier side as the opponent’s energy and execution regress toward their true level.
Wild vs. Sharks Prediction
Overall, the system stands at 612-367 (63%) with a 4% ROI all-time, and it’s off to a 16-10 (62%) start this season with a 3% ROI.
Best Bet: Wild Moneyline
