San Jose Sharks vs Vegas Golden Knights predictions, Jan 11, 2026

Jan 09, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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San Jose Sharks

Vegas Golden Knights

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In an eagerly anticipated clash in the NHL, the San Jose Sharks will face off against the Vegas Golden Knights on January 11, 2026. The Sharks come into this match in fine form, having won four out of their last five games, showcasing their ability to grind out results. On the other hand, the Golden Knights have been somewhat inconsistent, with just two victories in their previous five outings.

Tactically, the Sharks have been solid defensively, conceding few goals and relying on their disciplined approach to frustrate opponents. Meanwhile, the Golden Knights possess a potent offensive unit that can punish any lapses in concentration from the opposition.

In terms of bookmakers odds, the Sharks are priced at 3.18 for a home win, while the Golden Knights are favored at 1.96 for an away victory. Our model predicts a 29.9% chance of a Sharks win, a 22% likelihood of a draw, and a 47.9% probability of a Golden Knights triumph.

As both teams have shown strengths and weaknesses in recent matches, the outcome of this game remains uncertain, making it a must-watch encounter for NHL fans.

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San Jose
30.1%		 Draw
22.2%		 Vegas
47.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:4

Outrights of NHL Vegas Golden Knights: 8.91% San Jose Sharks: 0.16%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 3.18 4.37 2.05
Pinnacle 3.18 4.27 1.96

Latest Results

07.01.26 Los Angeles Kings – San Jose Sharks – 3:4 OT
06.01.26 San Jose Sharks – Columbus Blue Jackets – 5:2
03.01.26 San Jose Sharks – Tampa Bay Lightning – 3:7
31.12.25 San Jose Sharks – Minnesota Wild – 4:3 penalties
29.12.25 Anaheim Ducks – San Jose Sharks – 4:5		 08.01.26 Vegas Golden Knights – Columbus Blue Jackets – 5:3
06.01.26 Winnipeg Jets – Vegas Golden Knights – 3:4 OT
04.01.26 Chicago Blackhawks – Vegas Golden Knights – 3:2 OT
02.01.26 St. Louis Blues – Vegas Golden Knights – 4:3
31.12.25 Vegas Golden Knights – Nashville Predators – 2:4

Facts

  • Enjoy a meeting between a mid-ranked team and one of the leaders (ranked 7 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, San Jose won 1.
  • San Jose is showing really good form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Vegas has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • San Jose may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Vegas is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • We predict that San Jose will win today’s game, with odds of 3.18.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, San Jose won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 54:71. (average 2.7:3.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, San Jose won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 24:33. (average 2.4:3.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    23.12.25 Vegas Golden Knights – San Jose Sharks – 7:2
    29.11.25 Vegas Golden Knights – San Jose Sharks – 4:3
    09.10.25 San Jose Sharks – Vegas Golden Knights – 3:4 OT
    03.10.25 Vegas Golden Knights – San Jose Sharks – 1:4
    26.09.25 San Jose Sharks – Vegas Golden Knights – 1:2

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 43 29 3 7 4 175:99 71
    2 Dallas Stars 44 22 4 8 10 153:124 60
    3 Minnesota Wild 45 18 8 8 11 143:121 60
    4 Vegas Golden Knights 42 14 5 12 11 133:132 50
    5 Edmonton Oilers 44 17 5 6 16 149:148 50
    6 Seattle Kraken 42 14 6 8 14 117:123 48
    7 San Jose Sharks 43 12 10 3 18 136:151 47
    8 Los Angeles Kings 42 12 6 10 14 114:117 46
    9 Utah Mammoth 44 15 6 3 20 133:125 45
    10 Anaheim Ducks 44 13 8 3 20 147:163 45
    11 Nashville Predators 43 14 6 4 19 122:143 44
    12 Chicago Blackhawks 43 14 4 7 18 125:137 43
    13 St. Louis Blues 44 17 0 8 19 110:153 42
    14 Calgary Flames 44 14 4 4 22 114:134 40
    15 Vancouver Canucks 43 10 6 5 22 121:153 37
    16 Winnipeg Jets 42 13 2 5 22 121:134 35

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 44 18 9 3 14 152:133 57
    2 Montreal Canadiens 44 16 9 6 13 151:144 56
    3 Detroit Red Wings 45 19 7 4 15 141:142 56
    4 Tampa Bay Lightning 42 21 5 3 13 146:112 55
    5 New York Islanders 44 16 8 5 15 130:122 53
    6 Philadelphia Flyers 42 15 7 8 12 130:120 52
    7 Pittsburgh Penguins 42 17 4 9 12 139:132 51
    8 Buffalo Sabres 42 17 6 4 15 135:131 50
    9 Washington Capitals 44 20 2 6 16 143:129 50
    10 Toronto Maple Leafs 43 16 5 7 15 143:140 49
    11 Boston Bruins 44 16 7 2 19 141:144 48
    12 Florida Panthers 43 19 3 3 18 132:140 47
    13 New Jersey Devils 44 15 7 2 20 115:137 46
    14 New York Rangers 45 13 7 6 19 118:125 46
    15 Ottawa Senators 43 15 5 5 18 139:145 45
    16 Columbus Blue Jackets 43 11 7 7 18 132:147 43

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.5 (23.54%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 8.75 (9.41%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 9 (9.15%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 9.25 (8.91%)

    5. Florida Panthers: 10.5 (7.85%)

    6. Edmonton Oilers: 10.5 (7.85%)

    7. Dallas Stars: 14.5 (5.68%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 23 (3.58%)

    9. Washington Capitals: 23.5 (3.51%)

    10. Los Angeles Kings: 37.5 (2.2%)

    11. New Jersey Devils: 38.5 (2.14%)

    12. Toronto Maple Leafs: 46 (1.79%)

    13. Ottawa Senators: 51 (1.62%)

    14. Montreal Canadiens: 56 (1.47%)

    15. Detroit Red Wings: 61 (1.35%)

    16. Anaheim Ducks: 71 (1.16%)

    17. New York Rangers: 76 (1.08%)

    18. Utah Mammoth: 78.5 (1.05%)

    19. New York Islanders: 81 (1.02%)

    20. Buffalo Sabres: 81 (1.02%)

    21. Pittsburgh Penguins: 96 (0.86%)

    22. Philadelphia Flyers: 113.5 (0.73%)

    23. Winnipeg Jets: 138.5 (0.59%)

    24. Columbus Blue Jackets: 163.5 (0.5%)

    25. Boston Bruins: 201 (0.41%)

    26. Nashville Predators: 226 (0.36%)

    27. St. Louis Blues: 276 (0.3%)

    28. Calgary Flames: 401 (0.21%)

    29. Seattle Kraken: 451 (0.18%)

    30. San Jose Sharks: 501 (0.16%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 501 (0.16%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 501 (0.16%)

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