Avalanche vs Sharks statistics
| Stat |
Avalanche |
Sharks |
| Goals For per Game |
3.40 |
2.20 |
| Goals Against per Game |
5.60 |
4.20 |
| Shots per Game |
34.0 |
26.0 |
| Shots Against per Game |
25.4 |
34.2 |
| Power Play Goals |
7 |
2 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
5 |
6 |
| Short Handed Goals |
0 |
1 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
47 |
52 |
| Power Play Percentage |
41.2 |
15.4 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
64.3 |
76.0 |
San Jose Sharks recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/18/24 |
@ Winnipeg Jets |
L |
8-3 |
| 10/17/24 |
@ Chicago Blackhawks |
L |
4-2 |
| 10/15/24 |
@ Dallas Stars |
L |
3-2 SO |
| 10/12/24 |
vs Anaheim Ducks |
L |
2-0 |
| 10/10/24 |
vs St. Louis Blues |
L |
5-4 OT |
Colorado Avalanche recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/18/24 |
vs Anaheim Ducks |
W |
4-3 OT |
| 10/16/24 |
vs Boston Bruins |
L |
5-3 |
| 10/14/24 |
vs New York Islanders |
L |
6-2 |
| 10/12/24 |
vs Columbus Blue Jackets |
L |
6-4 |
| 10/9/24 |
@ Vegas Golden Knights |
L |
8-4 |
Avalanche vs Sharks predictions
As the Colorado Avalanche gear up to take on the San Jose Sharks, all eyes might be on Mikko Rantanen, who’s been nothing short of spectacular with 4 goals already to his name. His synergy with Cale Makar, who has racked up an impressive 8 assists, could really set the ice on fire at the SAP Center. These two have demonstrated a knack for breaking through defenses, and given the Sharks' shaky start, Rantanen and Makar could likely capitalize and tilt the game in Colorado's favor.
Switching focus to the San Jose Sharks, Tyler Toffoli has emerged as a beacon of hope amidst their troubled start to the season. With 4 goals and a total of 6 points, his offensive contributions are crucial. However, the team might feel the strain if Mikael Granlund, leading with 5 assists and currently day-to-day, isn’t fit to lace his skates. The Sharks will need Toffoli to keep firing and others to step up big time if they're to snap their losing streak.
Considering both teams’ performances and key player dynamics, the prediction leans towards the Colorado Avalanche taking the win. The Avalanche, despite their own challenges, seem slightly more robust, particularly in their offensive interactions. Meanwhile, the Sharks’ uncertainties, especially with Granlund’s potential absence, could hamper their ability to effectively counter Colorado’s attacks. This game could very well be a decisive moment for Colorado to turn their season around, leveraging their top performers’ current momentum.
San Jose Sharks injuries
- William Eklund (LW): Day-To-Day
- Macklin Celebrini (C): Injured Reserve
- Givani Smith (RW): Day-To-Day
- Thomas Bordeleau (C): Injured Reserve
- Lucas Carlsson (D): Injured Reserve
Colorado Avalanche injuries
- Devon Toews (D): Out
- Valeri Nichushkin (RW): Injured Reserve
- Miles Wood (LW): Day-To-Day
- Artturi Lehkonen (LW): Injured Reserve
- Jonathan Drouin (LW): Out
Avalanche vs Sharks game info
| Venue |
SAP Center at San Jose |
| Location |
San Jose, CA |
| Puck drop |
Sun 8:00 PM |
