Sharks vs. Blackhawks Prediction and Odds - Apr 14, 2022

The Chicago Blackhawks take on the San Jose Sharks in NHL action at United Center on Thursday, commencing at 8:30PM EDT.

Dimers' top betting picks for Sharks vs. Blackhawks, as well as game predictions, best odds and player props, are detailed below.

Who will win Sharks vs. Blackhawks?

Based on trusted computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated Thursday's Sharks-Blackhawks NHL game 10,000 times.

Dimers' famous predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Sharks a 51% chance of beating the Blackhawks.

More: Full Betting Analysis for Sharks vs. Blackhawks

Sharks vs. Blackhawks Current Odds

• Puck Line: Blackhawks +1.5, Sharks -1.5
• Moneyline: Blackhawks +105, Sharks -120
• Total: Over/Under 5.5

Puck Line, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Blackhawks are +1.5 underdogs against the Sharks, with -225 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.

For the favored Sharks (-1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at +210.

DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Blackhawks at +105, which means you can bet $100 to profit $105, earning a total payout of $205, if they win.

Meanwhile, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Sharks at -120, where you can risk $120 to win $100, for a total payout of $220, if they come out on top.

The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 5.5 with PointsBet, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -130, as well as the best odds for the Under at +110.

As always, check out the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Blackhawks (+1.5) are a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 5.5 goals is a 54% chance of going Over.

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Best Bets for Sharks vs. Blackhawks

• Puck Line: Blackhawks +1.5 @ -225 via DraftKings Sportsbook (70% probability)
• Moneyline: Blackhawks @ +105 via DraftKings Sportsbook (0.2% edge)
• Total: Under 5.5 @ +110 via PointsBet

Dimers' best bets are based on complex simulations and betting intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.

While the Sharks are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Blackhawks moneyline is the best option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is pivotal to being a profitable bettor in the long run.

Furthermore, despite the Over being more likely to hit on this occasion, Under 5.5 is our best bet on account of the better odds (+110) that are available from PointsBet.

Sharks vs. Blackhawks Probabilities

Use our dynamic widget below to view the latest Moneyline, Over/Under and Puck Line probabilities and odds for San Jose vs. Chicago, and click or tap on See Matchup for more.

Dimers has full betting coverage of Thursday's Sharks-Blackhawks matchup, including pre-game predictions, best betting picks, and live win probabilities.

Sharks vs. Blackhawks Player Props

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

Featured below are the most likely first goal and most likely anytime goal scorers for both the Sharks and Blackhawks.

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

According to DimersBOT, Chicago's Alex DeBrincat is most likely to score the first goal in Sharks vs. Blackhawks.

DimersBOT gives DeBrincat a 10.1% chance of scoring the first goal at United Center, while the Blackhawks star is a 45.8% chance of netting an anytime goal.

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

First Goal Scorer Prediction

San Jose Sharks

• Timo Meier: 9.3% probability
• Tomas Hertl: 7.2% probability
• Logan Couture: 5.7% probability
• Nick Bonino: 4.7% probability
• Alexander Barabanov: 4.1% probability

Chicago Blackhawks

• Alex DeBrincat: 10.1% probability
• Patrick Kane: 9.0% probability
• Dylan Strome: 7.3% probability
• Jonathan Toews: 5.3% probability
• Philipp Kurashev: 2.9% probability

Anytime Goal Scorer Prediction

San Jose Sharks

• Timo Meier: 42.9% probability
• Tomas Hertl: 34.9% probability
• Logan Couture: 32.0% probability
• Nick Bonino: 22.8% probability
• Alexander Barabanov: 21.1% probability

Chicago Blackhawks

• Alex DeBrincat: 45.8% probability
• Patrick Kane: 40.6% probability
• Dylan Strome: 33.8% probability
• Jonathan Toews: 27.6% probability
• Philipp Kurashev: 18.2% probability

Remember, DimersBOT updates often, so check this article for the latest betting analysis before Sharks vs. Blackhawks on Thursday April 14, 2022.

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Sharks vs. Blackhawks 2022 Game Info

When do the Blackhawks play the Sharks?

• Date: Thursday April 14, 2022
• Time: 8:30PM EDT / 5:30PM PDT
• Venue: United Center

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