Detroit Red Wings vs San Jose Sharks predictions, Jan 16, 2026

Jan 14, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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In an exciting NHL showdown, the Detroit Red Wings will face off against the San Jose Sharks on January 16, 2026, at the Detroit Red Wings’ home ice. Both teams have been in good form recently, with the Red Wings winning 4 of their last 5 matches, while the Sharks have secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games.

The bookmakers’ odds currently favor the home team, with a probability of 48.7% for a Detroit Red Wings win, 22.2% for a draw, and 29.2% for a San Jose Sharks victory. The Red Wings will look to capitalize on their recent success and home advantage to secure another important win.

However, the San Jose Sharks have proven to be a tough competitor and cannot be underestimated. With their own recent successes, they will be looking to improve their odds and come out on top in this matchup.

It promises to be a thrilling game as both teams bring their tactical strengths to the ice. Ultimately, the outcome is uncertain, and fans can expect an intense battle between two evenly matched teams.

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Detroit
49.7%		 Draw
21.7%		 San Jose
28.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:3

Outrights of NHL Detroit Red Wings: 1.29% San Jose Sharks: 0.21%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.96 4.47 3.37
Pinnacle 1.89 4.37 3.33

Latest Results

13.01.26 Boston Bruins – Detroit Red Wings – 3:0
12.01.26 Detroit Red Wings – Carolina Hurricanes – 4:3 OT
10.01.26 Montreal Canadiens – Detroit Red Wings – 0:4
08.01.26 Detroit Red Wings – Vancouver Canucks – 5:1
05.01.26 Ottawa Senators – Detroit Red Wings – 3:5		 11.01.26 San Jose Sharks – Vegas Golden Knights – 2:7
10.01.26 San Jose Sharks – Dallas Stars – 5:4 OT
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

Facts

  • Get ready for a battle between the top and the middle of the table (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 8 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Detroit won 2.
  • Detroit is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • San Jose has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Detroit may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, San Jose has had a series of home games.
  • Detroit will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Detroit won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 68:66. (average 3.4:3.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Detroit won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 33:31. (average 3.3:3.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.11.25 San Jose Sharks – Detroit Red Wings – 2:3 penalties
    14.01.25 Detroit Red Wings – San Jose Sharks – 3:6
    18.11.24 San Jose Sharks – Detroit Red Wings – 5:4 OT
    02.01.24 San Jose Sharks – Detroit Red Wings – 3:5
    07.12.23 Detroit Red Wings – San Jose Sharks – 5:6 OT

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 45 30 3 8 4 182:103 74
    2 Dallas Stars 47 23 4 9 11 161:133 63
    3 Minnesota Wild 47 18 8 9 12 148:130 61
    4 Vegas Golden Knights 44 16 5 12 11 144:136 54
    5 Edmonton Oilers 47 18 5 8 16 159:157 54
    6 Seattle Kraken 44 15 6 8 15 123:128 50
    7 Utah Mammoth 47 17 6 4 20 145:131 50
    8 San Jose Sharks 45 12 11 3 19 143:162 49
    9 Los Angeles Kings 45 12 7 10 16 120:128 48
    10 Nashville Predators 46 15 7 4 20 129:151 48
    11 Anaheim Ducks 46 14 8 3 21 153:169 47
    12 Chicago Blackhawks 46 15 4 7 20 130:146 45
    13 St. Louis Blues 47 18 0 8 21 117:161 44
    14 Calgary Flames 46 15 4 4 23 119:140 42
    15 Winnipeg Jets 45 16 2 5 22 135:142 41
    16 Vancouver Canucks 46 10 6 5 25 125:166 37

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tampa Bay Lightning 45 23 6 3 13 160:116 61
    2 Carolina Hurricanes 47 19 9 4 15 158:142 60
    3 Detroit Red Wings 48 20 8 4 16 149:148 60
    4 Montreal Canadiens 47 17 9 7 14 159:154 59
    5 New York Islanders 46 16 9 5 16 138:130 55
    6 Boston Bruins 47 19 7 2 19 155:146 54
    7 Washington Capitals 47 21 3 6 17 153:135 54
    8 Toronto Maple Leafs 46 17 6 7 16 153:149 53
    9 Buffalo Sabres 44 18 6 4 16 143:138 52
    10 Philadelphia Flyers 44 15 7 8 14 133:132 52
    11 Pittsburgh Penguins 45 17 4 10 14 141:137 52
    12 Florida Panthers 45 21 3 3 18 139:145 51
    13 New Jersey Devils 46 16 7 2 21 123:143 48
    14 Ottawa Senators 45 16 5 5 19 143:149 47
    15 Columbus Blue Jackets 46 12 8 7 19 140:156 47
    16 New York Rangers 47 13 7 6 21 122:139 46

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.45 (23.95%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 7.75 (10.66%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 8.75 (9.44%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 9 (9.18%)

    5. Florida Panthers: 10 (8.26%)

    6. Edmonton Oilers: 10.5 (7.87%)

    7. Dallas Stars: 15.5 (5.33%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 22 (3.76%)

    9. Washington Capitals: 27.5 (3%)

    10. Toronto Maple Leafs: 41 (2.01%)

    11. Los Angeles Kings: 41 (2.01%)

    12. Montreal Canadiens: 53.5 (1.54%)

    13. Ottawa Senators: 61 (1.35%)

    14. Detroit Red Wings: 64 (1.29%)

    15. New Jersey Devils: 64 (1.29%)

    16. Buffalo Sabres: 64 (1.29%)

    17. New York Islanders: 78.5 (1.05%)

    18. Utah Mammoth: 78.5 (1.05%)

    19. Philadelphia Flyers: 101 (0.82%)

    20. Anaheim Ducks: 101 (0.82%)

    21. Pittsburgh Penguins: 101 (0.82%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 163.5 (0.51%)

    23. Nashville Predators: 163.5 (0.51%)

    24. New York Rangers: 201 (0.41%)

    25. Columbus Blue Jackets: 251 (0.33%)

    26. Boston Bruins: 276 (0.3%)

    27. Seattle Kraken: 301 (0.27%)

    28. San Jose Sharks: 401 (0.21%)

    29. Calgary Flames: 401 (0.21%)

    30. St. Louis Blues: 501 (0.16%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 501 (0.16%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 626 (0.13%)

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