Oilers vs. Sharks Picks and Prediction – 4/16/2025

Edmonton Oilers (47-23-9) vs. San Jose Sharks (20-56-3)
Time: 10:30 PM ET
Location: SAP Center, San Jose, CA
TV: ESPN+

Previous Games:

  • Oilers: Won 3 of their last 5

  • Sharks: 10-game losing streak

Head-to-Head:

The Oilers have dominated the Sharks in recent matchups, winning the last 5 straight. With the Sharks struggling immensely, Edmonton has the clear edge here.

Edmonton Oilers Breakdown:

The Oilers are a powerhouse, sitting comfortably among the top teams in the league with 47 wins. They’ve been consistent, averaging 3.16 goals per game and holding opponents to 2.9 goals per game. Offensively, Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid are leading the charge, with 106 points and 99 points, respectively. Edmonton’s strong offensive depth and defensive play make them tough to beat, even on the road.

Key Players:

  • Leon Draisaitl: 52 goals, 54 assists

  • Connor McDavid: 73 assists, 99 points

San Jose Sharks Breakdown:

The Sharks are one of the weakest teams in the NHL this season, with just 20 wins. They’ve been struggling across the board, averaging 2.57 goals per game while allowing 3.79 goals per game. Their defense has been porous, giving up 31.8 shots per game and 4.7 goals in their last 5 games. With Macklin Celebrini leading the team with 63 points, San Jose simply hasn’t been able to compete with top teams like Edmonton.

Key Players:

  • Macklin Celebrini: 63 points, 28 goals

  • Tyler Toffoli: 30 goals, 24 assists

Betting Trends:

Edmonton Oilers:

  • 6-3 SU in their last 9 games.

  • 5-0 SU in their last 5 games against San Jose.

  • Total has gone UNDER in 8 of their last 9 games.

San Jose Sharks:

  • 0-10 SU in their last 10 games.

  • Total has gone UNDER in 5 of their last 6 games against Edmonton.

  • 0-5 SU in their last 5 home games against Edmonton.

Exact Score Prediction:

Edmonton Oilers 4 – San Jose Sharks 1

Our Best Bet:

Edmonton Oilers -1.5 (+115)

Edmonton has been one of the best teams in the league and is facing off against a San Jose team that’s in the midst of a 10-game losing streak. The Oilers' offense is firing on all cylinders, and with the Sharks’ defensive struggles, Edmonton should comfortably cover the spread. Expect a dominant performance from the Oilers tonight.

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