San Jose Sharks vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Picks

Tonight caps a breakout year for the San Jose Sharks, who improved from a 20-win season last year to 38-35-8 thanks to a youth movement led by Macklin Celebrini (44G, 68A). The team's leading scorer was one of 12 rostered players born in 2000 or later, and the outlook for San Jose in the years to come couldn't be better. On the other side of the coin, this was a terribly disappointing year for the Jets, who missed the playoffs after winning the Presidents' Trophy in 2024-25. Winnipeg went 13-10-2 since the Olympic break, but allowed 3.16 GPG, even with Connor Hellebuyck starting most nights. The Jets' offense struggled down the stretch against teams like Dallas, Boston, and Philadelphia — all playoff clubs. However, when facing opponents with weaker defensive structures like the Sharks, Winnipeg was 9-3-1 while averaging 3.15 goals per game. Home finales are a 59% OVER play league-wide since 2018, and when massive, lopsided favorites are excluded, the totals climb to 44-23 OVER (66%). The Jets are going to let loose in this finale, but the Sharks' offense should feed off the energy and do its part as well. Bet the Sharks/Jets OVER. 

Winnipeg has won five of the past six meetings although the Jets do look for payback for a 2-1 loss in the first one this season. San Jose had lost five in a row before its 5-4 win over Edmonton on Saturday and now the Sharks are playing the second of a back-to-back. Alex Nedeljkovic likely will start for the Sharks and he is 10-9-2. Connor Hellebuyck had a rough return from the Olympics as the Jets lost 5-4 in overtime to Anaheim on Friday night. However, Hellebuyck is 13-7-2 with a 2.26 goals-against average and a .927 save percentage in his career against the Sharks. San Jose has lost four of five against the Western Conference and four of six versus the Central Division. Take the Jets on the puck line.

Winnipeg has won nine of 12 and is 4-1-0 away from home. They're working on two days of rest, with an offense that is eighth in goals scored (3.46 per game) and sixth in shooting percentage. The defense is fourth in the league in penalty killing, fourth in goals allowed (2.54 per game), and No. 1 in save percentage (.923). San Jose has a losing record at home and is working on a one-day rest. The defense ranks 25th in penalty killing, 30th in goals allowed (3.79 per game), and 28th in save percentage (.884). Winnipeg has won five straight against San Jose by a 17-8 count. Play Winnipeg. 

Winnipeg has won both meetings this season while scoring 12 goals against the Sharks, who have the worst record in the NHL. San Jose has lost 25 of its past 30 games and 23 of 29 road games in 2024-25. The Jets are on a nine-game win streak and have won seven of their past eight home games. Winnipeg has won six straight games with one day of rest, and the Sharks have lost 64 of 78 games as road underdogs. San Jose is 9-42 in its past 51 games against Central Division opponents. Winnipeg goalie Connor Hellebuyck is confirmed for this game, and he is 34-7-2 with a 2.06 goals-against average and six shutouts this season. Take the Jets.

Winnipeg has won the past three meetings, including 8-3 on Oct. 18, and the Jets have won four of six after defeating Montreal 4-2 on Saturday. Kyle Connor had a goal and an assist to back Connor Hellebuyck, who stopped 26 shots for the Jets, who are 21-5 their past 26 games playing with two days rest. Hellebuyck is having a stellar season as he is 19-5-1 with a 2.11 goals-against average and a .926 save percentage with three shutouts. San Jose has lost four of five and the Sharks are 3-11 their past 14 games against the Central Division. Winnipeg has won eight of 11 versus the Pacific Division where the Sharks are just one point ahead of last-place Anaheim. Take the Jets.