The Sharks will play the Avalanche on Sunday, December 31st, 2023. Your timezone's face off time is 8:08 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Moneyline Mage
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The San Jose Sharks will be taking on the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday, December 17th, 2023 in what promises to be another exiting matchup of the 2023-24 NHL regular season. The following are some important performance metrics and team stats to consider before placing a wager. Keep an eye on these numbers. Trends for each team will develop as the 2023-24 season progresses.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The San Jose Sharks currently have a 84.67 SportsBetting3.com power ranking so far this season. Meanwhile, the Colorado Avalanche head into this game with a 95.33 power ranking.
- Away San Jose Sharks - With the NHL season now underway, the San Jose Sharks have a 3-12-1 record as an away team, ranking them 10th in the league for away team wins. The San Jose Sharks now rank 1st for away team losses.
- Home Colorado Avalanche - The Colorado Avalanche possess a 11-4-0 record as a home team. That record ranks them 2nd in the league for home team wins. On the other hand, they rank 7th for home team losses.
- Goals Scored - The San Jose Sharks rank 22nd (64) for goals scored in the 2023-24 NHL season. Their opponent for this matchup, the Colorado Avalanche, currently rank 2nd (107) in the league for goals scored.
- Goals Against - The number of goals scored against a team is one indicator of its defensive capabilities. The San Jose Sharks rank 1st (118) in the league for goals scored against them. On the other side of the ice, the Colorado Avalanche have given up 94 goals this season, ranking them 13th in the league.
- Shootout Records - If the game is tied at the end of regulation and overtime, a shootout will be held to determine the winner. Currently, the San Jose Sharks have a 0-3 shootout win-loss record, with the Colorado Avalanche owning a 1-1 shootout record.
- Team Records - The San Jose Sharks have a 9-18-3 record and the Colorado Avalanche hold a 18-10-2 so far in the 2023-24 NHL regular season.
Moneyline Mage
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Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round for a magical clash on the ice! The San Jose Sharks, with a 9-18-3 standing, are ready to face the Colorado Avalanche, who stand strong at 18-10-2. Brace yourselves, for this battle will surely cast a spell on your senses!
In the enchanted realm of the 2023-24 NHL season, the Sharks have struggled with a win percentage of 0.300... But fear not, for they have managed to tally 21 points on their journey. Meanwhile, the Avalanche soar high with a win percentage of 0.600 and an impressive 38 points.
As the teams prepare for their epic showdown, it's time to analyze the odds before the game begins. But wait! There's more magic to behold! See this game's prop bets below, where fortunes may be won or lost. Consider placing a bet at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM, where the enchantment of hockey betting awaits. And if you're new to this realm, fear not! Learn how to bet on hockey at SportsBetting3.com, where wizards share their wisdom.
As the puck drops in the magical land of Colorado on Sunday, December 17th, 2023, brace yourself for a captivating clash between these two teams. Will the Sharks rise from the depths and conquer the Avalanche? Or will the Avalanche's power and might be too much for the visiting sorcerers to handle?
Oh, the anticipation is simply spellbinding! Don't miss a moment of this magical encounter on the ice. Tune in as the San Jose Sharks venture into the realm of the Colorado Avalanche for a battle that will surely leave you enchanted.
Best Sharks at Avalanche Odds
| Underdog San Jose Sharks | Favorite Colorado Avalanche |
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| Underdog San Jose Sharks | Favorite Colorado Avalanche |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Colorado Avalanche are the -400 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the San Jose Sharks are the +310 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 6.5 -105 goals at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 6.5 -115 goals at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.
The Colorado Avalanche are -2.5 +125 puck line favorites at BetMGM, while the San Jose Sharks are +2.5 -150 puck line underdogs at BetMGM.
NHL Odds Example
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Sharks
Avalanche
12/31/23 8:08pm EST | +310-400 |
- San Jose Sharks bettors risk $100 to win $310 at +310 odds. The implied probability for San Jose Sharks is 24.39%.
- Colorado Avalanche bettors risk $100 to win $25 at -400 odds. The implied probability for Colorado Avalanche is 80%.
San Jose Sharks at Colorado Avalanche Prop Bets
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Sharks
Avalanche
Both Teams Score 2+ Goals
12/31/23 8:08pm EST | Yes -150No +110Bet |
Avalanche
Total Goals
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 4 o -1404 u +100Bet |
Sharks
Total Goals
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 2 o -1252 u -110Bet |
Alexander Barabanov
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1300.5 u -175Bet |
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Anthony Duclair
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1550.5 u -210Bet |
Cale Makar
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 1.5 o +1251.5 u -165Bet |
Devon Toews
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1150.5 u -115Bet |
Fabian Zetterlund
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1200.5 u -160Bet |
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Jonathan Drouin
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1250.5 u -105Bet |
Mikael Granlund
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1050.5 u -130Bet |
Mikko Rantanen
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 1.5 o -1101.5 u -120Bet |
Nathan MacKinnon
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 1.5 o -1551.5 u +115Bet |
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Tomas Hertl
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 0.5 o -1400.5 u +105Bet |
Valeri Nichushkin
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 1.5 o +1551.5 u -210Bet |
William Eklund
Points Scored
SJS at COL 12/31/23 8:08pm EST | 0.5 o +1250.5 u -165Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | GP | W | L | OTL | wPct | Pts | ROW | GF | GA | Diff | Home | Away | SO | L10 | Strk |
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| x - Colorado Avalanche | 82 | 50 | 25 | 7 | 0.610 | 107 | 48 | 304 | 254 | +50.0 | 31-9-1 | 19-16-6 | 2-2 | 4-4-2 | W1 |
| San Jose Sharks | 82 | 19 | 54 | 9 | 0.232 | 47 | 18 | 181 | 331 | -150.0 | 11-25-5 | 8-29-4 | 1-5 | 3-6-1 | L3 |
San Jose Sharks & Colorado Avalanche Futures Odds
Latest Stanley Cup odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how Stanley Cup betting works. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NHL teasers, props and parlays.
San Jose Sharks Stanley Cup Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Sharks | +50000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Avalanche | +1200 Bet |
San Jose Sharks & Colorado Avalanche Team Pages
Review each team's season point total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the San Jose Sharks vs Colorado Avalanche NHL Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Sunday, December 31st, 2023 at 8:08 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NHL page, look for the San Jose Sharks vs Colorado Avalanche Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NHL page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the San Jose Sharks vs Colorado Avalanche Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.