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Detroit Red Wings vs. San Jose Sharks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for November 18, 2024

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Nov 18, 2024 8:12 AM
The San Jose Sharks look to snap their current losing streak when they host the Detroit Red Wings on Monday, November 18, 2024, at the SAP Center at San Jose. The Sharks, currently sitting at 5-10-4, will face off against the Red Wings, who are 7-9-1 on the season. The puck drops at 10:30 PM as the Sharks aim to get back on track in front of their home crowd.
Detroit Red Wings
San Jose Sharks

Red Wings vs Sharks statistics

Stat Red Wings Sharks
Goals For per Game 2.47 2.37
Goals Against per Game 3.24 3.37
Shots per Game 25.0 27.5
Shots Against per Game 32.4 34.3
Power Play Goals 14 10
Power Play Goals Against 16 12
Short Handed Goals 1 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 117 171
Power Play Percentage 29.8 16.9
Penalty Kill Percentage 66.0 82.1

San Jose Sharks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/16/24 @ Pittsburgh Penguins L 4-3 SO
11/14/24 @ New York Rangers L 3-2
11/11/24 @ Philadelphia Flyers L 4-3 SO
11/10/24 @ New Jersey Devils W 1-0
11/7/24 vs Minnesota Wild L 5-2

Detroit Red Wings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/16/24 @ Los Angeles Kings L 4-1
11/15/24 @ Anaheim Ducks L 6-4
11/13/24 @ Pittsburgh Penguins W 3-2 OT
11/9/24 vs New York Rangers L 4-0
11/8/24 @ Toronto Maple Leafs L 3-1

Red Wings vs Sharks predictions

As the Detroit Red Wings gear up to face off against the San Jose Sharks, all eyes are likely to be on Dylan Larkin, who's been lighting up the scoreboard with 10 goals already this season. With Lucas Raymond dishing out assists left and right, tallying up to 14 thus far, the Red Wings have some serious offensive threats. Plus, Alex DeBrincat isn't someone to overlook; leading the team with 16 points, his ability to find the net and create opportunities can't be underestimated, especially in clutch moments.

Switching focus to the San Jose Sharks, Mikael Granlund has been a standout despite the team’s struggles, boasting 8 goals and 11 assists. However, his day-to-day injury status might be a hiccup in the Sharks’ plans. If he's good to go, Granlund's presence on the ice will be crucial for San Jose's chance to snap their losing streak. Without him, the team will need others to step up, and perhaps this could be an opportunity for younger players or less heralded stars to make their mark.

Considering the form and firepower of both teams, the Red Wings seem to have the upper hand, particularly if Granlund isn’t at full strength for the Sharks. Detroit’s blend of youth and experience is starting to find a rhythm that could prove too much for a struggling San Jose squad. Barring any unforeseen heroics from the Sharks’ bench, I’m leaning towards a Red Wings' victory in this matchup. Always a thrilling encounter when these two hit the ice, but Detroit might just have that extra edge.

San Jose Sharks injuries

  • Vitek Vanecek (G): Day-To-Day
  • Nico Sturm (C): Out
  • Jake Walman (D): Day-To-Day
  • Ty Dellandrea (C): Injured Reserve
  • Logan Couture (C): Injured Reserve

Detroit Red Wings injuries

  • Jack Campbell (G): Injured Reserve
  • Simon Edvinsson (D): Day-To-Day
  • Michael Rasmussen (C): Day-To-Day
  • Alex Lyon (G): Out
  • Tyler Motte (C): Day-To-Day

Red Wings vs Sharks game info

Type Info
Venue SAP Center at San Jose
Location San Jose, CA
Puck drop Mon 10:30 PM

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