Chicago Blackhawks vs San Jose Sharks Prediction NHL Picks 10/31/24

In this article, we will formulate a Chicago Blackhawks vs San Jose Sharks Prediction for this NHL game on Thursday, October 31st, at the SAP Center. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Blackhawks’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Sharks’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Chicago

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving San Jose

-Recent betting trends in games played between Chicago and San Jose

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Blackhawks and Sharks. 

Can the Blackhawks Build on the Last Game?

The Blackhawks have had some issues so far this season but they are coming off a big victory in the last game. The Blackhawks offense scored five goals and that was enough for the three-goal victory. Ryan Donato has scored two goals and added one assist so far this season. Petr Mrazek saved 24 of the 26 shots that he faced and in this game, the defense is going to need to step up in a big way. The Blackhawks are averaging 2.7 goals while their defense is giving up 3.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 25th in the league while the defense is ranked 19th in the league. The Blackhawks will meet the Kings and Ducks after this game. 

Sharks Suddenly Hot?

The Sharks only have two wins on the season, but each of those games in the last two games. The Sharks faced off against the LA Kings in the last game and they were able to secure the 4-2 victory. Jake Walman scored one goal and added two assists. Vitek Vanecek saved 26 of the 28 shots that he faced. The Sharks defense for this team has been inconsistent and they are going to need the defense to be a whole lot better here. The Sharks are averaging 2.45 goals while their defense is giving up 4.00 goals per game. 

Chicago Blackhawks vs San Jose Sharks Prediction

The Blackhawks and Sharks are both going to really struggle to get the offense going here. San Jose is averaging 2.45 goals while Chicago is averaging 2. Goals per game. Look for both teams to really struggle to get the Blackhawks and Sharks offense going and this game is going to end up being lower-scoring. Back the under to cash here with ease. Look for 2 or 3 goals total.