Winnipeg Jets vs. San Jose Sharks Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/4/2024]

NHL action continues on Thursday at 10:30PM ET as the Winnipeg Jets lock horns with the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Thursday's Jets vs. Sharks matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Jets vs. Sharks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used powerful machine learning and statistical analysis to simulate the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Jets and Sharks 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Jets a 66% chance of defeating the Sharks.

According to our model, the Sharks (+1.5) have a 56% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal Over/Under has a 51% chance of going under.

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Jets vs. Sharks Odds

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

Bet Type	Jets	Sharks
Puck Line	-1.5 (-105)	+1.5 (-111)
Moneyline	-275	+225
Total	o6 (-105)	u6 (-110)

• The Sharks are +1.5 underdogs versus the Jets, with -111 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Jets (-1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -105.
• DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Sharks at +225. That means you can throw down $100 to profit $225, earning a total payout of $325, if they win.
• On the other hand, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Jets at -275, where you can risk $275 to win $100 for a total payout of $375 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6 with DraftKings, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -105, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at -110.

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

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

Jets vs. Sharks Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Sharks +1.5	-111
Moneyline	Sharks	+225
Total	Under 6	-110

While the Jets are more likely to win the game, taking the Sharks moneyline is the best option due to the 2.9% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability as a sports bettor.

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Jets vs. Sharks Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Jets vs. Sharks?

According to our model, Winnipeg's Mark Scheifele is most likely to score the first goal in Jets vs. Sharks.

Our projections give Scheifele an 8.2% chance of scoring the first goal at SAP Center at San Jose, while the Jets star is a 40.9% chance of registering an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Winnipeg Jets

Player	First Goal Probability
Mark Scheifele	8.2%
Nikolaj Ehlers	8.2%
Gabriel Vilardi	6.6%
Nino Niederreiter	4.9%
Cole Perfetti	4.2%

San Jose Sharks

Player	First Goal Probability
Tomas Hertl	6.8%
Anthony Duclair	4.2%
Mike Hoffman	4.0%
William Eklund	3.9%
Fabian Zetterlund	3.5%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Winnipeg Jets

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Mark Scheifele	40.9%
Nikolaj Ehlers	39.7%
Gabriel Vilardi	33.2%
Nino Niederreiter	25.3%
Cole Perfetti	23.6%

San Jose Sharks

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Tomas Hertl	30.1%
Anthony Duclair	22.9%
William Eklund	22.0%
Mike Hoffman	21.6%
Fabian Zetterlund	17.9%
Don't forget, our model updates frequently, so keep an eye on this article for the latest betting insights ahead of the Jets vs. Sharks on Thursday January 4, 2024.

Jets vs. Sharks Game Information

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

• Who: Winnipeg Jets vs. San Jose Sharks
• Date: Thursday January 4, 2024
• Time: 10:30PM ET / 7:30PM PT
• Venue: SAP Center at San Jose

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Conclusion

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