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San Jose Sharks vs Utah Mammoth Betting Preview
The San Jose Sharks travel to Utah to face the newly rebranded Utah Mammoth on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Puck drop is set for 9:00 PM ET, available to stream on ESPN+.
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San Jose remains winless through three games (0-1-2), battling injuries and inconsistency early in the season. Utah (2-2-0), meanwhile, is coming off a strong 3-1 win over Calgary in its home opener — its first game since officially rebranding and moving to Salt Lake City.
The Sharks are desperate to find an identity under new coach Ryan Warsofsky, while the Mammoth aim to build off their home-ice momentum in front of an energized local fan base.
Line Movement and Odds
According to ScoresAndStats.com NHL Odds, Utah opens as the favorite following their impressive home debut, while the struggling Sharks look to notch their first victory of the season.
Utah Mammoth -142 (Moneyline)
San Jose Sharks +118 (Moneyline)
Total: 5.5 (Over -112 / Under -108)
The total sits at a modest 5.5, reflecting both teams’ offensive struggles — San Jose averaging just 1.6 goals per game and Utah still finding chemistry in its top six. Bettors tracking division futures can find the latest updates in the Pacific Division odds breakdown.
Matchup Breakdown
San Jose’s defensive unit has taken another hit. Timothy Liljegren was placed on injured reserve Thursday with an upper-body injury, and veteran John Klingberg is listed as day-to-day with a lower-body issue. Without both right-shot defensemen, the Sharks’ blue line depth is being tested.
To help fill the void, San Jose claimed Vincent Iorio off waivers from Washington. Iorio, a 22-year-old former second-round pick, brings size (6’4”, 220 lbs) and potential, though he’s played just nine NHL games. For now, coach Ryan Warsofsky is leaning on his veterans to stabilize a young roster that’s still developing its defensive identity.
Warsofsky has emphasized eliminating the “losing mentality” that’s plagued the team since the rebuild began. San Jose ranks near the bottom of the NHL standings in both shot share and goal differential, highlighting the work ahead.
On the other hand, Utah showed promising structure in its 3-1 victory over Calgary. The Mammoth dictated play for most of the first two periods, drawing penalties and creating sustained offensive pressure. Kevin Stenlund’s late empty-net goal sealed the win, but coach Andre Tourigny credited his team’s poise under pressure as the Flames pushed hard in the third.
For bettors studying team trends and coaching styles, Utah’s improving discipline and puck control align with mid-tier contenders identified in the NHL Expert Betting Guide — teams capable of outperforming preseason projections with effort and structure.
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Injuries and Conditions
San Jose Sharks: Timothy Liljegren (D) Out – Upper Body; John Klingberg (D) Questionable – Lower Body; Logan Couture (C) Out – Lower Body.
Utah Mammoth: No major injuries reported.
The Sharks’ defense is severely depleted, forcing inexperienced pairings and limiting breakout plays. Utah enters healthy and energized after its emotional home opener, which could prove decisive against a fatigued San Jose squad.
Best Bets and Prediction
San Jose’s lack of scoring depth and defensive injuries make this matchup difficult to back on the road. Utah’s confidence, strong goaltending, and newfound home-ice energy position them as the superior play here. Expect the Mammoth to capitalize on San Jose’s defensive breakdowns and maintain control through disciplined, physical play.
Projected Score: Utah 3, San Jose 1
Best Bet: Utah -142 (Moneyline)
Secondary Lean: Under 5.5 (-108)
Those looking to bet futures can check the evolving Stanley Cup odds and projections, where teams like Utah are slowly emerging as early-season dark horses.
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