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Sharks vs. Kings prediction: Los Angeles favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [1/7/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get San Jose Sharks vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Wednesday.
The Los Angeles Kings will square off with the San Jose Sharks in NHL action at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, beginning at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of the Sharks vs. Kings game.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sharks vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL game between the Sharks and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Kings a 65% chance of beating the Sharks.
According to our model, the Sharks (+1.5) have a 57% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 56% chance of staying under.
Sharks vs. Kings odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-130) | -1.5 (+114) |
| Moneyline | +190 | -225 |
| Total | o6.5 (+108) | u6.5 (-125) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sharks vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | +190 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -125 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Sharks +1.5 at the spread.
Sharks vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Sharks vs. Kings?
According to our model, Adrian Kempe is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sharks vs. Kings.
Our projections give Kempe a 39.5% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is an 8.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Pavol Regenda | 36.8% |
| Macklin Celebrini | 33.3% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 23.3% |
| Collin Graf | 21.1% |
| William Eklund | 19.8% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 39.5% |
| Kevin Fiala | 39.1% |
| Quinton Byfield | 32.6% |
| Alex Laferriere | 31.4% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 29.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Pavol Regenda | 8.2% |
| Macklin Celebrini | 6.9% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 4.1% |
| William Eklund | 4.0% |
| Collin Graf | 3.6% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 8.5% |
| Adrian Kempe | 8.2% |
| Quinton Byfield | 6.6% |
| Alex Laferriere | 6.3% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 5.5% |
Sharks vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the Kings and Sharks at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 65% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sharks vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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