NHL: Ducks vs. Sharks Picks and Odds | April 1, 2026
Written by: Nick Zanghi
Published: Wed Apr 01, 2026, 12:32 pm ET
Read Time: 5 minutes
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Big game tonight out of the Pacific Division. The Anaheim Ducks are taking on the San Jose Sharks at the SAP Center at San Jose. These two teams last played at the end of December and the Sharks won 5-4.
San Jose is 34-31-7 this season and sixth in the Pacific Division. They come into this game on a two-game winning streak after a win over the Blues on Monday 5-4. The Sharks are 4-5-1 in their last ten games, 18-12-5 at home and 9-10-3 in divisional matchups.
This year has been all about Macklin Celebrini in San Jose. The kid became only the sixth teenage in NHL history to eclipse the 100-point mark. I personally thinking we are looking at the new face of the NHL in the years to come.
As of now, they are two points out of being tied for the second wild card spot. There is two teams in between them and that second wild card spot, so a lot going on. Every game is so important at this rate.
Goalie Yaroslav Askarov is expected to get the start. He is 20-17-3 this season with a 3.21 GAA and a .887 safe percentage. Askarov will be highly tested tonight vs. the Ducks.
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Anaheim will look to widen their lead in the Pacific Division
Ducks forward Cutter Gauthier takes the puck into the offensive zone.
The Ducks are 41-28-5 this year and first in the Pacific Division. They come into this game on a two-game losing streak after an overtime loss to the Leafs on Monday. Anaheim is 5-3-2 in their last ten games, 18-18-2 on the road and 14-8-0 in divisional games.
Star forward Cutter Gauthier left Monday's game with an upper body injury. Has already been ruled out for this game and did not travel with the team. Gauthier leads the team with 65 points on the season.
This young squad has really broken out this season. Gauthier, Leo Carlsson and rookie Beckett Sennecke have a force to be reckon with this season. The addition of defenseman John Carlson from the Capitals has the deadline was huge as well.
In net, we're expected to see Lukas Dostal. He is 29-16-3 this season with a 2.92 GAA and a .894 save percentage. Let's check out the odds and get into the Ducks vs. Sharks picks.
Anaheim Ducks vs. San Jose Sharks Betting Odds and Game Information
Ducks vs. Sharks Betting Odds – April 1
| Team | Puck Line | Moneyline | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anaheim Ducks | +1.5 (-275) | -110 | Over 6.5 (-125) |
| San Jose Sharks | -1.5 (+200) | -110 | Under 6.5 (+105) |
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Ducks vs. Sharks Game Information
- Venue: SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA
- Date: Wednesday April 1, 2026
- Puck Drop: 9 p.m. EST
- TV: TNT, TruTV, HBO Max
Anaheim Ducks vs. San Jose Sharks Picks and Prediction
San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini goes to celebrate with teammates after scoring a goal.
Ducks vs. Sharks Picks and Predictions: Game Total Over 6.5 Games (-125) Get a $1,250 deposit bonus & 50 Slot Spins when you sign up with Lucky Rebel
I like for this game to be action packed. We should see a lot of offense from each team vs. their weak defenses. Even with Gauthier out, I think we see the Ducks play well vs. the Sharks broken defense.
Although the Sharks defense isn't good, neither is the Ducks and the Sharks offense should take advantage. I lean with the Sharks to win this game at home. They're feeling themselves right now and will be looking to make it three in a row.
Give me Macklin Celebrini to get 4 or more shots on goal. I also like for him to score having three goals in his last two games. He's the heart and soul of this team will need to do everything he's been doing for the Sharks to win.
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Nick Zanghi
Nick Zanghi is an avid hockey fan who loves to bet on the NHL Props. He has also found a liking for the WNBA. Born and raised on LI, NZ is a lifelong Islanders #isles fan and a new NY Liberty fan #LIGHTITUPNYL. When not watching or attending sporting events, he enjoys grilling and time with his wife and kids.
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