Oilers vs. Sharks Prediction and Odds - November 9, 2023

NHL action continues on Thursday at 10:30PM ET as the favored Edmonton Oilers square off with the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose.

Dimers' prediction for Thursday's Oilers vs. Sharks matchup, plus the latest odds and our comprehensive game preview, are detailed below.

Who Will Win: Oilers vs. Sharks

Using advanced machine learning and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Oilers-Sharks NHL game 10,000 times.

Dimers' independent predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Oilers a 70% chance of beating the Sharks.

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Oilers vs. Sharks Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Sharks +1.5 (+124), Oilers -1.5 (-146)
• Moneyline: Sharks +285, Oilers -350
• Total: Over/Under 7 (+110/-130)

Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

The Sharks are +1.5 underdogs versus the Oilers, with +124 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.

For the favored Oilers (-1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -146.

DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Sharks at +285, which means you can bet $100 to profit $285, earning a total payout of $385, if they win.

On the other hand, PointsBet currently has the best moneyline odds for the Oilers at -350, where you can risk $350 to win $100, for a total payout of $450, if they come out on top.

The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 7 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +110, while DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -130.

As always, make sure you check the sportsbooks you can bet with in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the bookies have got it right and both the Oilers and Sharks have a 50% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 7 goals also has a 55% chance of going Under.

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Best Bets: Oilers vs. Sharks

• Puck Line: Sharks +1.5 @ +124 via DraftKings Sportsbook (50% probability) 🔥
• Moneyline: Sharks @ +285 via DraftKings Sportsbook (3.6% edge)
• Total: Under 7 @ -130 via DraftKings Sportsbook (55% probability)

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While the Oilers are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Sharks moneyline is the best option because of the 3.6% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers.com is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

Oilers vs. Sharks Prediction

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Oilers vs. Sharks Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Oilers vs. Sharks? The latest data is in.

Listed below are the most likely first goal and most likely anytime goal scorers for both the Oilers and Sharks.

And you know what, we provide this information to you for FREE to help you select the best prop picks for Thursday's game.

According to DimersBOT, Edmonton's Connor McDavid is most likely to score the first goal in Oilers vs. Sharks.

DimersBOT gives McDavid a 10.9% chance of scoring the first goal at SAP Center at San Jose, while the Oilers star is a 54.5% chance of netting an anytime goal.

Scroll down for the complete list of first and anytime goal scorer probabilities.

First Goal Scorer Probabilities

Edmonton Oilers

• Connor McDavid: 10.9% probability
• Leon Draisaitl: 9.2% probability
• Evander Kane: 6.8% probability
• Zach Hyman: 6.6% probability
• Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: 5.2% probability

San Jose Sharks

• Anthony Duclair: 6.2% probability
• Tomas Hertl: 5.1% probability
• William Eklund: 4.4% probability
• Nico Sturm: 3.6% probability
• Kevin Labanc: 3.2% probability

Anytime Goal Scorer Probabilities

Edmonton Oilers

• Connor McDavid: 54.5% probability
• Leon Draisaitl: 49.5% probability
• Zach Hyman: 38.3% probability
• Evander Kane: 35.8% probability
• Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: 31.6% probability

San Jose Sharks

• Anthony Duclair: 32.1% probability
• Tomas Hertl: 29.6% probability
• William Eklund: 25.4% probability
• Nico Sturm: 20.1% probability
• Luke Kunin: 19.5% probability

Remember, DimersBOT updates regularly, so keep an eye on this page for the latest betting insights ahead of Oilers vs. Sharks on Thursday November 9, 2023.

Oilers vs. Sharks Preview

Thursday's matchup between the Sharks and Oilers at SAP Center at San Jose is scheduled to begin at 10:30PM ET.

• Who: Edmonton Oilers vs. San Jose Sharks
• Date: Thursday November 9, 2023
• Time: 10:30PM ET / 7:30PM PT
• Venue: SAP Center at San Jose

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Conclusion

This comprehensive game preview includes our Oilers vs. Sharks prediction and NHL odds.

Dimers' picks and predictions are based on 10,000 simulations per game, using reliable and up-to-date data sources and analytical methods.

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