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San Jose Sharks Look to Upset Edmonton Oilers in Clash at Rogers Place: Kevin Labanc Leads Sharks Charge

The San Jose Sharks are gearing up for a thrilling showdown against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. With both teams hungry for a victory, this game promises to be an intense battle on the ice. The Sharks will be looking to upset the Oilers and secure a crucial win.


Dec 28, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks right wing Justin Bailey (90) skates with the puck against Edmonton Oilers left wing Warren Foegele (37) during the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

According to the latest betting data, the odds are stacked against the San Jose Sharks. The 2way market shows that the Oilers are favored to win with odds of -455, while the Sharks have odds of +333 as the underdogs. This means that if you bet $100 on the Sharks and they come out victorious, you could potentially win $333.


In the 3way market, which includes the possibility of a draw, the odds are -250 for an Oilers win, +500 for a draw, and +500 for a Sharks victory. This indicates that bookmakers believe there is a higher chance of either an Oilers win or a draw than a Sharks triumph.


Dec 28, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers left wing Warren Foegele (37) is checked to the ice by San Jose Sharks defenseman Kyle Burroughs (4) during the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

Moving on to the total market, where you can bet on whether the total number of goals scored will be over or under a certain threshold, we see some interesting trends. The current odds for over 5.5 goals are -137, while the odds for under 5.5 goals are +115. This suggests that bookmakers expect a relatively high-scoring game.


When it comes to puck line betting, which involves handicapping one team by giving them either a goal advantage or disadvantage, things get even more intriguing. The current spread is set at -1.5 in favor of the Oilers with odds of -152, while the Sharks have a +127 advantage with that same spread.


Dec 28, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks goalie Magnus Chrona (30) cannot stop the shot on goal Edmonton Oilers left wing Zach Hyman (not pictured) during the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports

It's worth noting that these betting lines and odds are subject to change leading up to game time as bookmakers adjust their predictions based on various factors such as injuries, recent team performance, and public betting trends. So, it's essential to stay updated on any shifts in the odds.


In conclusion, the San Jose Sharks face an uphill battle as they take on the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. The odds may be against them, but with players like Kevin Labanc leading the charge, anything is possible. Be sure to tune in to ESPN+ or NBCS-CA to catch all the action on April 16th at 1:30 AM UTC.


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