Adam Williams presents his prediction for the NHL match.
The San Jose Sharks are once again slipping into a state of apathy, with just one win in their last nine games, and now face a team that defeated them 7:3 in their previous encounter.
San Jose Sharks
The Sharks have had worse runs, especially at the start of this season when they failed to win any of their first nine matches (0-7-2). It seemed like they would be a hopeless bottom-dweller, but they bounced back with some impressive victories. Macklin Celebrini, unlike that earlier period, is in form and has tallied 10 points in the last seven games, though his efforts alone have not been enough. The swap of Mackenzie Blackwood for Alexandar Georgiev has turned out to be unequal, and Yaroslav Askarov cannot withstand pressure in every game. Another goalkeeper, Vitek Vanecek, is injured.
Vegas Golden Knights
The Golden Knights have been dispatching most of their opponents, conceding no more than two goals in all eight of their recent victories (out of nine games). Hence, their goalkeeping statistics of averaging 2.79 goals per game this season inspire confidence, ranking eighth in the league. In terms of scoring, the Golden Knights sit in the fourth position, averaging 3.50 goals.
San Jose Sharks vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction
The current form of both teams and the Vegas Golden Knights' track record of winning all three previous matches in California will influence the result, which is expected to be a victory for the visitors.
