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Sharks vs. Avalanche prediction: Why Colorado is favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [11/26/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get San Jose Sharks vs Colorado Avalanche predictions for NHL Wednesday.
The Colorado Avalanche will square off with the San Jose Sharks in NHL action at Ball Arena on Wednesday, beginning at 9:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Avalanche as the most likely winner of the Sharks vs. Avalanche game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sharks vs. Avs prediction: Who will win and cover?
As part of Dimers' NHL predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, puck line, and over/under probabilities for Wednesday's clash between the Sharks and Avalanche.
Our famous predictive model gives the Avalanche a 73% chance of defeating the Sharks.
According to our model, the Avalanche (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Sharks vs. Avalanche odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Avalanche |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (+130) | -1.5 (-152) |
| Moneyline | +320 | -395 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sharks vs. Avalanche picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Sharks +1.5 | +130 |
| Moneyline | Sharks | +320 |
| Total | Over 6 | -120 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Sharks +1.5 at the spread.
Sharks vs. Avalanche player props
Who will score a goal in Sharks vs. Avalanche?
According to our model, Nathan MacKinnon is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sharks vs. Avalanche.
Our projections give MacKinnon a 43.8% chance of scoring a goal at Ball Arena, while the star is a 9.5% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 34.9% |
| Will Smith | 26.5% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 25.1% |
| William Eklund | 23.5% |
| Adam Gaudette | 22.2% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 43.8% |
| Martin Necas | 40.3% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 35.8% |
| Cale Makar | 34.6% |
| Brock Nelson | 29.7% |
First goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 6.7% |
| Will Smith | 4.7% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 4.3% |
| William Eklund | 4.2% |
| Adam Gaudette | 3.6% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 9.5% |
| Martin Necas | 8.0% |
| Cale Makar | 7.1% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 7.0% |
| Victor Olofsson | 4.9% |
Sharks vs. Avs game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's action between the Avalanche and Sharks at Ball Arena is scheduled to start at 9:00PM ET.
- Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Colorado Avalanche
- Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
- Time: 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Ball Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 73% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sharks vs. Avalanche insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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