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Sharks vs. Kraken Prediction: Seattle Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [1/30/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Thursday's San Jose Sharks vs Seattle Kraken matchup.
The Seattle Kraken will square off with the San Jose Sharks in NHL action at Climate Pledge Arena on Thursday, beginning at 10:30PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Kraken as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's San Jose-Seattle game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Kraken with a win probability of 63% and the Sharks with 37%."
For further insights into Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Sharks vs. Kraken predictions page.
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Sharks vs. Kraken Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Sharks and Kraken 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Kraken a 63% chance of defeating the Sharks.
According to our model, the Sharks (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Sharks vs. Kraken Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Kraken |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-155) | -1.5 (+130) |
| Moneyline | +160 | -190 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Sharks vs. Kraken Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Sharks vs. Kraken matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Sharks vs. Kraken Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Sharks vs. Kraken?
According to our model, Seattle's Matty Beniers is most likely to score the first goal in Sharks vs. Kraken.
Our projections give Beniers a 7.2% chance of scoring the first goal at Climate Pledge Arena, while the Kraken star is a 34.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tyler Toffoli | 6.1% |
| Macklin Celebrini | 5.6% |
| William Eklund | 4.3% |
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matty Beniers | 7.2% |
| Jared McCann | 6.4% |
| Jaden Schwartz | 5.7% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 29.9% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 29.0% |
| William Eklund | 24.1% |
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matty Beniers | 34.1% |
| Jared McCann | 30.8% |
| Jaden Schwartz | 28.9% |
Sharks vs. Kraken Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's action between the Kraken and Sharks at Climate Pledge Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:30PM ET.
- Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Seattle Kraken
- Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
- Time: 10:30PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Climate Pledge Arena
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Thursday's Sharks vs. Kraken matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any San Jose vs. Seattle picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
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Conclusion
We predict the Kraken, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Thursday.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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