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Sharks vs. Panthers prediction: Florida favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [1/19/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get San Jose Sharks vs Florida Panthers predictions for NHL Monday.
The Florida Panthers and San Jose Sharks will meet in the NHL at Amerant Bank Arena on Monday, starting at 6:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Panthers as the most likely winner of the Sharks vs. Panthers game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Monday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sharks vs. Panthers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL matchup between the Sharks and Panthers 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Panthers a 64% chance of beating the Sharks.
According to our model, the Sharks (+1.5) have a 58% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Sharks vs. Panthers odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-150) | -1.5 (+130) |
| Moneyline | +160 | -188 |
| Total | o6.5 (-115) | u6.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sharks vs. Panthers 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 | Panthers -1.5 | +130 |
| Moneyline | Panthers | -188 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Sharks vs. Panthers player props
Who will score a goal in Sharks vs. Panthers?
According to our model, Sam Reinhart is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sharks vs. Panthers.
Our projections give Reinhart a 50.3% chance of scoring a goal at Amerant Bank Arena, while the star is an 11.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 33.4% |
| Pavol Regenda | 32.9% |
| Will Smith | 28.2% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 24.1% |
| William Eklund | 20.0% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 50.3% |
| Sam Bennett | 42.7% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 41.0% |
| Anton Lundell | 29.2% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 23.7% |
First goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 7.0% |
| Pavol Regenda | 5.9% |
| Will Smith | 5.0% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 4.8% |
| William Eklund | 3.9% |
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 11.0% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 8.6% |
| Sam Bennett | 8.2% |
| Anton Lundell | 5.3% |
| Evan Rodrigues | 4.1% |
Sharks vs. Panthers game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Panthers and Sharks at Amerant Bank Arena is scheduled to start at 6:00 PM ET.
- Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Florida Panthers
- Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM ET/3:00PM PT
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Panthers, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sharks vs. Panthers 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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