San Jose Sharks vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Trends

The upcoming NHL game on December 23, 2025, between the San Jose Sharks and the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, promises thrilling action for hockey fans and bettors alike. This matchup offers crucial betting trends to consider, especially given the teams' recent performances and stats.

The Vegas Golden Knights hold a slight edge in powerplay percentage at 31.77% compared to San Jose Sharks' 35%, while San Jose has a better penalty kill percentage with 82.2% over Vegas's 71.6%. At 5-on-5, Vegas has a slight advantage with 53.5% compared to San Jose's 47.2%. These factors are key for bettors analyzing game flow and scoring opportunities.

Both teams have solid offensive output, with San Jose averaging 2.94 goals per game and Vegas slightly higher at 3.0. Vegas' shooting percentage and defensive stats hint at a tight game, but San Jose's recent win against Calgary shows their potential to upset. The starting goalie for Vegas is expected to be healthy, while San Jose's uncertain lineup due to injuries adds an element of unpredictability.

The game odds show Vegas as favorites with a moneyline of -250 and a point spread of -1.5 at +110 odds, while San Jose is the underdog at +205 moneyline and -130 odds on the spread. The over/under is set at 6 goals, indicating a moderately high-scoring game.

Previous matchups have been close, including their last game on November 29, 2025, where Vegas edged San Jose 4-3. You can check out the details of that game for more context. The Sharks have a strong ATS record, ranking 3rd in the league, which should not be overlooked when placing bets.

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