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Sharks vs. Blues prediction: St. Louis favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [3/26/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get San Jose Sharks vs St. Louis Blues predictions for NHL Thursday.
The St. Louis Blues will square off with the San Jose Sharks in NHL action at Enterprise Center on Thursday, commencing at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Blues as the most likely winner of the Sharks vs. Blues game.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sharks vs. Blues prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Sharks and Blues, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Blues a 57% chance of defeating the Sharks.
According to our model, the Sharks (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Sharks vs. Blues odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Blues |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-218) | -1.5 (+194) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -130 |
| Total | o6 (-105) | u6 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sharks vs. Blues 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 | Blues -1.5 | +194 |
| Moneyline | Blues | -130 |
| Total | Over 6 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Blues -1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Sharks vs. Blues player props
Who will score a goal in Sharks vs. Blues?
According to our model, Dylan Holloway is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sharks vs. Blues.
Our projections give Holloway a 43.8% chance of scoring a goal at Enterprise Center, 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 | 40.2% |
| Will Smith | 30.8% |
| Kiefer Sherwood | 24.6% |
| Michael Misa | 22.2% |
| William Eklund | 21.5% |
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 43.8% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 34.7% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 29.4% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 25.5% |
| Jake Neighbours | 22.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 8.3% |
| Will Smith | 5.8% |
| Kiefer Sherwood | 4.5% |
| Michael Misa | 3.9% |
| Adam Gaudette | 3.6% |
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 9.5% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 7.3% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 5.6% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 5.1% |
| Jonatan Berggren | 3.8% |
Sharks vs. Blues game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's game between the Blues and Sharks at Enterprise Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: San Jose Sharks vs. St. Louis Blues
- Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Enterprise Center
Conclusion
We predict the Blues, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sharks vs. Blues 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, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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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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