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San Jose Sharks vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction (Dec 26, 2026)

San Jose Sharks vs Vegas Golden Knights — Dec 26, 2026

Model last updated: Aug 08, 2026 09:40 AM PDT; data source: schedule_predictions.csv

Detailed NHL game prediction for San Jose Sharks vs Vegas Golden Knights: pregame win probabilities, expected goals, and projected totals from our NHLForecasts model.

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Pregame win probability: San Jose Sharks 36.9% • Vegas Golden Knights 63.1%

Expected goals: San Jose Sharks 1.92 — Vegas Golden Knights 3.73 • Median total: 5.8

Expected Goals Comparison

San Jose Sharks
2.94
xG/game (Season)
Vegas Golden Knights
3.44
xG/game (Season)