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Sharks vs. Utah Prediction: Utah Predicted to Win Friday's NHL Matchup [1/10/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Friday's San Jose Sharks vs Utah Hockey Club matchup.
The Utah Hockey Club will face the San Jose Sharks in NHL action at Delta Center on Friday, starting at 9:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts Utah as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Employing the latest data, our experts simulated Friday's San Jose-Utah game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"After computing the latest updates and thousands of other inputs, we predict Utah chance of winning is 67%, while Sharks' is 33%."
For a closer look at Friday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Sharks vs. Utah predictions page.
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Sharks vs. Utah Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Friday's game between Utah and Sharks at Delta Center is scheduled to commence at 9:00PM ET.
- Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Utah Hockey Club
- Date: Friday, January 10, 2025
- Time: 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Delta Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's full preview of Friday's Sharks vs. Utah matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any San Jose vs. Utah picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Sharks vs. Utah Hockey Club Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NHL matchup between the Sharks and Utah 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives Utah a 67% chance of defeating the Sharks.
According to our model, San Jose (+1.5) has a 55% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Sharks vs. Utah Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-110) | -1.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +235 | -270 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sharks vs. Utah Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Sharks vs. Utah matchup is on the total.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Sharks vs. Utah Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Sharks vs. Utah?
According to our model, Utah's Clayton Keller is most likely to score the first goal in Sharks vs. Utah.
Our projections give Keller a 6.9% chance of scoring the first goal at Delta Center, while the Utah star is a 34.8% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 5.8% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 5.4% |
| Will Smith | 4.5% |
Utah Hockey Club
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Clayton Keller | 6.9% |
| Josh Doan | 6.6% |
| Logan Cooley | 6.4% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 30.0% |
| Will Smith | 25.3% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 25.2% |
Utah Hockey Club
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Clayton Keller | 34.8% |
| Josh Doan | 31.7% |
| Logan Cooley | 31.7% |
Conclusion
We predict Utah, with a 67% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sharks vs. Utah insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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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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