San Jose Sharks vs Florida Panthers Prediction | NHL 19.01.26
Last Updated: Jan 20, 2026 10:38 AM
Monday, 19 Jan 2026
FLA -185
San Jose Sharks
L
W
L
W
W
24-20-3
VS
6:00 PM
Florida Panthers
W
L
W
W
L
25-19-3
Game Spread
SJ +1.5
Total Points
Under
6.5
Detailed Analysis
San Jose Sharks vs Florida Panthers Game Analysis | 19-01-2026 | NHL
On January 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST, the San Jose Sharks (24-20-3) are set to face the Florida Panthers (25-19-3) in a regular-season matchup at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise. This contest pits two teams with competitive records against each other, both looking to solidify their playoff positioning in their respective conferences.
San Jose Sharks Team Performance
The San Jose Sharks enter this game with a respectable 24-20-3 record, suggesting a surprising level of competitiveness, largely fueled by elite offensive production. Their strength lies in their top-end talent, particularly in their ability to generate scoring chances. However, recent injuries have tested their depth, potentially exposing vulnerabilities in their defensive coverage and secondary scoring. Consistency in goaltending will be crucial for the Sharks to maintain their current standing, especially against a formidable opponent like the Panthers.
San Jose Sharks Key Players
- Points: Macklin Celebrini (72)
- Goals: Macklin Celebrini (24)
- Assists: Macklin Celebrini (48)
Injury Report San Jose Sharks
- Ty Dellandrea (Injured reserve): Dellandrea (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.
- Shakir Mukhamadullin (Injured reserve): Mukhamadullin (upper body) will be with the Sharks for their four-game road trip.
- Philipp Kurashev (Injured reserve): Kurashev (upper body) won’t be with the Sharks when they leave for a four-game road trip, though he could join up later if cleared.
- Logan Couture (Injured reserve): Long-term injured reserve.
Florida Panthers Team Performance
The Florida Panthers, with a 25-19-3 record, demonstrate a consistent ability to win, often leveraging their physical play and strong defensive structure. While their offense can be dynamic, recent injuries to key forwards could impact their scoring depth and overall offensive output. The Panthers’ disciplined system and robust goaltending remain their core strengths, allowing them to grind out victories even when not at their offensive best. Playing at home, they will aim to dictate the pace and physicality of the game.
Florida Panthers Key Players
- Points: Sam Reinhart (47)
- Goals: Sam Reinhart (24)
- Assists: Sam Reinhart (23)
Injury Report Florida Panthers
- Brad Marchand (Injured reserve): Marchand (undisclosed) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.
- Seth Jones (Injured reserve): Jones (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.
- Jonah Gadjovich (Injured reserve): Gadjovich (upper body) is not expected to return until after the Olympic break.
- Matthew Tkachuk (Injured reserve): Tkachuk (groin) is slated to travel with the Panthers during their upcoming six-game road trip.
Prediction: San Jose Sharks vs Florida Panthers
Considering the significant injury concerns for the Florida Panthers, particularly the absences of impact players like Matthew Tkachuk, Brad Marchand, and Seth Jones, their offensive firepower and defensive solidity will be compromised. While the Sharks also have key players sidelined, Macklin Celebrini’s exceptional individual performance (72 points) provides a potent offensive threat that can keep them competitive. The Panthers’ diminished scoring depth and the Sharks’ potential to capitalize on power-play opportunities make a close contest highly probable. Therefore, we predict San Jose Sharks +1.5 (Spread). Furthermore, with both teams missing significant offensive catalysts, a tighter, more defensively oriented game is expected, leading to a prediction of under 6.5 total goals.
Last 5 Games: SJ
Form:
LWLWW
VS
@ Detroit
L 4-2
PTS
24-20-3
GOL
Askarov
AST
Celebrini
VS
@ Washington
W 3-2
PTS
24-19-3
GOL
Nedeljkovic
AST
Regenda
VS
vs Vegas
L 7-2
PTS
23-19-3
GOL
Askarov
AST
Skinner
VS
vs Dallas
W 5-4 OT
PTS
23-18-3
GOL
Nedeljkovic
AST
Toffoli
VS
@ Los Angeles
W 4-3 OT
PTS
22-18-3
GOL
Askarov
AST
Celebrini
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| @ Detroit | L 4-2 | 24-20-3 | Askarov | Celebrini |
| @ Washington | W 3-2 | 24-19-3 | Nedeljkovic | Regenda |
| vs Vegas | L 7-2 | 23-19-3 | Askarov | Skinner |
| vs Dallas | W 5-4 OT | 23-18-3 | Nedeljkovic | Toffoli |
| @ Los Angeles | W 4-3 OT | 22-18-3 | Askarov | Celebrini |
Last 5 Games: FLA
Form:
WLWWL
VS
@ Washington
W 5-2
PTS
25-19-3
GOL
Tarasov
AST
Bennett
VS
@ Carolina
L 9-1
PTS
24-19-3
GOL
Bobrovsky
AST
Balinskis
VS
@ Buffalo
W 4-3
PTS
24-18-3
GOL
Bobrovsky
AST
Verhaeghe
VS
@ Ottawa
W 3-2
PTS
23-18-3
GOL
Bobrovsky
AST
Forsling
VS
@ Montreal
L 6-2
PTS
22-18-3
GOL
Bobrovsky
AST
Bennett
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| @ Washington | W 5-2 | 25-19-3 | Tarasov | Bennett |
| @ Carolina | L 9-1 | 24-19-3 | Bobrovsky | Balinskis |
| @ Buffalo | W 4-3 | 24-18-3 | Bobrovsky | Verhaeghe |
| @ Ottawa | W 3-2 | 23-18-3 | Bobrovsky | Forsling |
| @ Montreal | L 6-2 | 22-18-3 | Bobrovsky | Bennett |
Written by Matt Dorsey
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