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Kraken vs. Sharks prediction: San Jose favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [12/20/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Seattle Kraken vs San Jose Sharks predictions for NHL Saturday.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 10:00 PM ET as the Seattle Kraken take on the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Sharks a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Kraken.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's Kraken vs. Sharks matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kraken vs. Sharks prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Kraken and Sharks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Sharks a 52% chance of defeating the Kraken.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Kraken vs. Sharks odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kraken | Sharks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-225) | -1.5 (+190) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -126 |
| Total | o6 (-118) | u6 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kraken vs. Sharks picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Kraken +1.5 | -225 |
| Moneyline | Kraken | +110 |
| Total | Under 6 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
Kraken vs. Sharks player props
Who will score a goal in Kraken vs. Sharks?
According to our model, Macklin Celebrini is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Sharks.
Our projections give Celebrini a 45.2% chance of scoring a goal at SAP Center at San Jose, while the star is a 10.0% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Eeli Tolvanen | 32.1% |
| Jordan Eberle | 31.4% |
| Shane Wright | 27.3% |
| Matty Beniers | 27.0% |
| Chandler Stephenson | 23.9% |
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 45.2% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 30.8% |
| William Eklund | 26.4% |
| Jeff Skinner | 22.1% |
| Collin Graf | 21.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Eeli Tolvanen | 6.6% |
| Jordan Eberle | 5.9% |
| Shane Wright | 5.4% |
| Matty Beniers | 5.1% |
| Chandler Stephenson | 4.7% |
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 10.0% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 6.1% |
| William Eklund | 5.0% |
| Jeff Skinner | 4.1% |
| Adam Gaudette | 3.8% |
Kraken vs. Sharks game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Sharks and Kraken at SAP Center at San Jose is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Seattle Kraken vs. San Jose Sharks
- Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: SAP Center at San Jose
Conclusion
We predict the Sharks, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Kraken on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kraken vs. Sharks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest 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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