San Jose vs Washington Prediction: the Sharks' Fifth Loss?

Prediction for the NHL San Jose Sharks vs. Washington Capitals match, which will take place on March 5th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

San Jose

San Jose has looked miserable this season. The team was immediately doomed to failure, and no miracle happened. After 3/4 of the regular season, the Sharks are 15th in the West and last in the Pacific. Even Anaheim occupies a higher place. The team has only 48 points. They also went winless for four straight matches, three of which were at the end of regulation time. In the previous game, San Jose lost to St. Louis (3-6).

Washington

Washington, who looked awful in February, seems to be getting back on track. The Capitals had notched two wins in the previous three meetings - a considerable accomplishment. First, Ovechkin and his teammates dealt with the Rangers (6-3), then they lost to Buffalo (4-7), and the day before, they beat Anaheim (3-2) in overtime. Thus, Washington is in 11th place in the Eastern Conference with 66 points while sitting sixth in the Capital One standings. Overall, they still have a chance of making the playoffs.

Expect Betting Tips

• San Jose has failed the last four games.
• The three previous meetings did not end with the TO (5.5).

We favor Washington in the upcoming battle. No matter how you look at it, the Capitals outclass the Sharks, and they've started coming alive. They still have a chance of making the playoffs but need to score urgently. San Jose already needs tournament motivation and a streak of four straight losses. The visitors must try hard not to take two points away from the discouraged Sharks.