We have your San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens prop betting and game preview needs covered as the San Jose Sharks hit the road to face the Montreal Canadiens.
The Montreal Canadiens (17-17-6) are set to host the struggling San Jose Sharks (9-29-3) at the Bell Centre. With the Sharks desperate to snap a 12-game losing streak and the Canadiens aiming to bounce back from a recent loss, this matchup promises high stakes for both teams.
San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens Odds Info
Moneyline: San Jose Sharks +135 (BetMGM) / Montreal Canadiens -152 (FanDuel)
Puck Line: -1.5 – San Jose Sharks -180 (PointsBet) / Montreal Canadiens +150 (PointsBet)
Total: 6.0 – +100 (Bet365) / -120 (BetMGM)
Game Info
Date: Thursday, Jan. 11
Time: 07:00 PM
Location: Bell Centre – Montreal, QC
TV: ESPN+
San Jose Sharks Betting Trends
- On the road this season, the San Jose Sharks have 3 wins and 18 losses.
- As the underdog this season, the San Jose Sharks have 9 wins and 32 losses.
- This season, the San Jose Sharks have hit 17 overs and 24 unders.
Montreal Canadiens Betting Trends
- At home this season, the Montreal Canadiens have 8 wins and 12 losses.
- As the favorite this season, the Montreal Canadiens have 3 wins and 0 losses.
- This season, the Montreal Canadiens have hit 21 overs and 19 unders.
Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis
Over the last two seasons, the Montreal Canadiens and the San Jose Sharks have faced off three times, with the Canadiens winning two of those encounters and the Sharks claiming victory in one. These matchups have taken place between November 2022 and November 2023. Interestingly, the visiting team has emerged victorious in all three games, indicating a trend where home-ice advantage did not play a significant role. When it comes to betting statistics, the Sharks have covered the spread twice, while the Canadiens have done so once. In terms of the over-under bets, all three games have resulted in the under hitting, with none of the games going over the set threshold. Key statistics from these games show that the Sharks have had a higher number of shots on goal in two out of the three games, but the Canadiens have been more efficient in converting their shots into goals. The Canadiens have also demonstrated a slightly better faceoff win percentage overall. Both teams have shown a strong defensive game, with a high number of blocks in each game.
The most recent game between the two teams occurred on November 24, 2023, and ended in a 3-2 victory for the Montreal Canadiens. Despite being the visitors, the Canadiens were the favorites with a closing moneyline of -142 and a closing implied odds of 58.6777, while the Sharks had a closing moneyline of 117 and closing implied odds of 46.0823. The game was closely contested, with the Canadiens managing 24 shots on goal and the Sharks taking 33 shots. The Canadiens had a faceoff win percentage of 56.3%, and the Sharks had 43.8%. Defensively, Montreal blocked 15 shots, and San Jose blocked 19. The final score spread was 1, with the Canadiens covering the closing spread of 1.5. The Sharks, however, won against the spread, as they were the underdogs. The closing over-under was set at 6.5, and with a total score of 5, the result was under, continuing the trend from previous games.
San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens Predictions
The San Jose Sharks are in dire straits, having lost a staggering 12 games in a row, which has left them at the bottom of the Pacific Division. The team’s morale is undoubtedly low, and they are in desperate need of a win to break the cycle. The Sharks’ offense has been lackluster, with the team struggling to find the back of the net consistently. Tomas Hertl leads the team with 13 goals and 28 points, but the Sharks will need more players to step up if they are to overcome the Canadiens.
On the other side, the Montreal Canadiens have had a season of ups and downs, sitting in the middle of the Atlantic Division standings. The Canadiens are coming off a loss and will be looking to capitalize on their home-ice advantage to get back on track. Nick Suzuki has been a standout performer for the Canadiens, leading the team with 12 goals and 34 points. The Canadiens have shown they can be a tough team to beat on any given night, especially when their offense clicks.
Defensively, both teams have had their struggles, but the Canadiens have been slightly better at keeping the puck out of their net. The Sharks have allowed a significant number of goals this season, which has contributed to their poor record. This game could come down to goaltending and which team can tighten up defensively. With both teams eager to claim a much-needed win, it will be interesting to see which side can assert their game plan and take control of the matchup.
San Jose Sharks vs. Montreal Canadiens Pick
The Montreal Canadiens are the logical choice for a moneyline bet in this matchup. Despite their recent loss, the Canadiens have shown more consistency this season than the struggling San Jose Sharks, who are on a 12-game losing streak. The Canadiens’ overall performance, particularly at home, and their ability to convert shots into goals give them the edge. Nick Suzuki’s leadership in points for the Canadiens is a significant factor, and with the Sharks’ defense allowing a high number of goals, Montreal’s offense is likely to capitalize. Additionally, the Canadiens have won two out of the last three encounters against the Sharks, including the most recent game, which supports the trend of the visiting team not having a significant home-ice advantage in this matchup.
While the historic head-to-head data shows that the Sharks have covered the spread twice in the past three games, the current form of both teams suggests a different outcome for this game. The Sharks’ extended losing streak and the Canadiens’ relatively better defensive record this season indicate that Montreal is in a better position to secure a victory. The Canadiens’ recent betting trends, including a strong performance against the spread and a favorable record as the favorite this season, further justify the moneyline bet on Montreal. The combination of the Sharks’ poor form, the Canadiens’ home-ice advantage, and the statistical trends point towards a Canadiens win.
The Pick: Montreal Canadiens -152. (FanDuel)