Sharks vs Blues predictions
The San Jose Sharks are heading into the matchup with questions surrounding Mikael Granlund's availability, given his day-to-day status. However, if he hits the ice, you can bet he’ll be a key player to watch. Granlund, leading the Sharks with 22 points including 9 goals and 13 assists, has the potential to significantly impact this game. Additionally, in the absence of Granlund's high-level performance, the Sharks might need increased output from other players to keep pace. Given their struggle on the road with a 2-7-3 record, it's crucial for their key contributors to step up in this game.
On the flip side, the St. Louis Blues are relying heavily on Jordan Kyrou, who has been a standout with 17 points, including a team-high of 12 assists. With the Blues looking to snap their home losing streak, Kyrou's knack for setting up goals could be exactly what they need to revitalize their offense. Another player to keep an eye on is Jake Neighbours; with his team-leading 6 goals, his ability to find the back of the net could prove pivotal in shifting the game's momentum in favor of St. Louis. Given that the Blues have had mixed success at home, the contributions from Kyrou and Neighbours should be decisive factors.
Considering the performance trends and matchups, the St. Louis Blues are poised to come out on top in this encounter, especially with the home crowd behind them at the Enterprise Center. Their slightly better overall and home records give them a narrow edge over the Sharks. Although the Sharks will certainly not make it easy, especially if Granlund plays and performs up to his standards, the cohesive play and strategic advantage at home should allow the Blues to tilt the scales in their favor, potentially ending their home slide with a crucial victory. What do you think, could this be the turnaround the Blues have been seeking?
