The upcoming matchup between the Sharks and the Predators is set for 8 p.m. ET, with both teams eager to secure a victory. Currently, the Sharks hold a record of 32 wins, 30 losses, and 6 overtime defeats, while the Predators have achieved 33 wins, 28 losses, and 9 overtime losses.
Projected Lineups for Sharks vs. Predators Matchup
Sharks’ Projected Lineup
- Igor Chernyshov — Macklin Celebrini — Will Smith
- William Eklund — Alexander Wennberg — Collin Graf
- Kiefer Sherwood — Michael Misa — Pavol Regenda
- Barclay Goodrow — Zack Ostapchuk — Adam Gaudette
- Shakir Mukhamadullin — Mario Ferraro
- Nick Leddy — Vincent Desharnais
- Dmitry Orlov — John Klingberg
- Alex Nedeljkovic and Yaroslav Askarov
Scratched: Philipp Kurashev, Sam Dickinson
Injuries: Ty Dellandrea (lower body), Tyler Toffoli (lower body), Ryan Reaves (upper body)
Predators’ Projected Lineup
- Steven Stamkos — Ryan O’Reilly — Luke Evangelista
- Filip Forsberg — Matthew Wood — Jonathan Marchessault
- Zachary L’Heureux — Erik Haula — Tyson Jost
- Reid Schaefer — Fedor Svechkov — Joakim Kemell
- Brady Skjei — Roman Josi
- Nicolas Hague — Nick Perbix
- Adam Wilsby — Ryan Ufko
- Juuse Saros and Justus Annunen
Scratched: Ozzy Wiesblatt, Justin Barron
Injury Report: None listed for the Predators.
Status Report
Igor Chernyshov, Vincent Desharnais, and Yaroslav Askarov participated in the Sharks’ morning skate despite their injuries. Tyler Toffoli returned to practice on Monday, indicating a potential return to lineup soon. For the Predators, Juuse Saros is expected to start for the second consecutive game after a successful return in a 3-2 overtime victory against the Chicago Blackhawks.
This game is crucial for both teams as they aim to improve their standings as the season progresses. Fans can expect high intensity and competitive play when these two teams meet on the ice.
