Sharks vs Ducks statistics
| Stat |
Sharks |
Ducks |
| Goals For per Game |
2.50 |
4.00 |
| Goals Against per Game |
4.00 |
3.00 |
| Shots per Game |
25.5 |
30.0 |
| Shots Against per Game |
33.5 |
31.0 |
| Power Play Goals |
4 |
2 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
2 |
2 |
| Short Handed Goals |
0 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
33 |
17 |
| Power Play Percentage |
40.0 |
50.0 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
77.8 |
66.7 |
Anaheim Ducks recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/24/24 |
@ San Jose Sharks |
W |
4-3 |
| 4/18/24 |
@ Vegas Golden Knights |
W |
4-1 |
| 4/13/24 |
@ Los Angeles Kings |
L |
3-1 |
| 4/12/24 |
vs Calgary Flames |
L |
6-3 |
| 4/9/24 |
vs Los Angeles Kings |
W |
3-1 |
San Jose Sharks recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/24/24 |
vs Anaheim Ducks |
L |
4-3 |
| 9/22/24 |
vs Vegas Golden Knights |
L |
4-2 |
| 4/18/24 |
@ Calgary Flames |
L |
5-1 |
| 4/15/24 |
@ Edmonton Oilers |
L |
9-2 |
| 4/13/24 |
vs Minnesota Wild |
L |
6-2 |
Sharks vs Ducks predictions
Tonight's match-up between the San Jose Sharks and the Anaheim Ducks is shaping up to be a true test for the Sharks’ offense. Keep an eye on Danil Gushchin, who has shown promise early on with his scoring knack. With one goal already to his name, he could be the spark the Sharks desperately need. Additionally, defenseman Jake Walman might just play a crucial role tonight; his assist skills have been top-notch, and setting up some key plays could make all the difference for the Sharks.
Shifting focus to the Anaheim Ducks, who have had a solid start to the season, all eyes will likely be on Mark Pysyk. As a defenseman not typically known for lighting up the scoreboard, Pysyk surprising everyone with both a goal and an assist is a big deal. His performance tonight could very well determine if the Ducks can keep their early momentum going. The Ducks seem ready to defend their home ice advantage in this initial game of the season at the Honda Center.
Given the early trends and how both teams are shaping up, my bet's on the Ducks to take this one. With the Sharks still trying to find their rhythm after a couple of losses and the Ducks showing solid defensive and offensive plays, Anaheim seems better positioned to control the game. Playing at home could just give them that extra push needed to secure a win. Let’s see if the Ducks can continue to capitalize on their positive start to the season or if the Sharks will turn the tides.
Anaheim Ducks injuries
- Pavel Mintyukov (D): Out
- Nathan Gaucher (C): Out
San Jose Sharks injuries
- Shakir Mukhamadullin (D): Day-To-Day
- Marc-Edouard Vlasic (D): Day-To-Day
- Thomas Bordeleau (C): Out
- Yaroslav Askarov (G): Out
Sharks vs Ducks game info
| Venue |
Honda Center |
| Location |
Anaheim, CA |
| Puck drop |
Thu 10:00 PM |
