Utah to Take Bite Out of San Jose Friday Night

WHAT: San Jose Sharks vs. Utah Mammoth
WHEN: Friday night at 9:00 pm ET on HULU
WHERE: Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah
WHY: Because its Friday night and that's alright for hockey

When it comes to the Sharks vs Mammoth Bets oddsmakers dismissed San Jose almost right away. The regular season is ten days old and yes more picks and wagers are to come here at Online Sports Betting.

Yes, the season has brought together some of the expected and unexpected. After Thursday night's action, the only winless team left is the San Jose Sharks. Honestly, they have only played three games (0-1-2). Most teams have played at least four times and a couple (Florida and the New York Rangers) have six games under their belt.

The NHL odds project San Jose as big underdogs on Friday night again when it comes to the Moneyline. It will be intriguing to see who starts in goal for San Jose. Karel Vejmelka projects to get the start for Utah. Moneyline numbers are below.

Sharks vs Mammoth
San Jose Sharks	+225	+215	+230
Utah Mammoth	-255	-265	-275

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Sharks vs Mammoth Bets Stray From The Moneyline

The Sharks vs Mammoth Bets stray from the Moneyline. Why? Some indications are that a few sportsbooks are edging out to as much as -290 to even -300 for Utah on Friday night. That could mean one of two things. Utah has made it no secret they like playing at the Delta Center, even with some renovations going on. Honestly, the other is few are keen on San Jose getting into the win column on Friday night.

So if not the Moneyline, then where else do we go?

Sharks vs Mammoth Bets Tilt To The Spread

Yes, Sharks vs Mammoth Bets tilt to the spread for Friday night. Now, the reason is to get away from numbers like -250 to -300. The other is they are currently Even to win by two or more goals. That may not last either. Again, a few sites were inching toward -120 to even -130 here. Utah won its only game of the season at the Delta Center on Wednesday against the Calgary Flames. Also, Utah may be due for a bit of a breakout.

Now, this is because the Mammoth have managed only eight goals in four games to begin the 2025-26 campaign. Utah has assembled quite the group of talent. While some players like Barrett Hayton and J.J. Peterka are getting into form, Clayton Keller is one of the more dangerous players in the NHL that few have heard or talk about.

Utah Mammoth To win by two or more goals over San Jose

EVEN

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The Mammoth have not scored more than three goals in the early going. Three in their wins and one in their losses seems to be the pattern. However, the rationale is at some point the pattern gets broken. Offense has been the problem and not defense and goaltending in the early going.

What About Some Player Props?

Sharks vs Mammoth Bets ask what about some player props? Bluntly, Dylan Gauthier has gotten off to another solid run with four points in four games. That includes two goals and a team-leading 16 shots on goal. Unfortunately, one of the players that has struggled is the Captain, Clayton Keller. Keller has one assist in four contests and despite about a half dozen high danger scoring chances, he has not lit the lamp in 2025-26.

Both Gauthier and Keller are excellent options for an anytime goal scorer on Friday night. Keller stands at +150 and Gauthier is at +155. One of the reasons we lean towards the Captain especially is the chances are there. It would be different if Keller was injured or looking off on the ice. That is not the case. Now, this comes down to converting opportunities. The goals will come.

So, there was a temptation to go with the Utah shutout. For those wondering, that number rolls in at a whopping +750. Vejmelka has been excellent allowing only five goals on 70 shots in 2025-26. Then again, San Jose can score goals. Their offense is entertaining. It is their defense that has some holes to put it kindly. The Sharks allow 5.33 goals per game. Yes, it is early but that is a lot. By the way, Keller is +165 to score 2+ points and Gauthier is now +230 to do the same. Both could be in for big nights.

Clayton Keller To score a goal anytime Friday night

+150

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Can we go a little bit more off the reservation? Absolutely!

Time For The Longer Shots

Sharks vs Mammoth bets call it time for the longer shots. At some point, it is always a bit of an adventure to go further down the pages of props, lines, and more. Every so often, there are some things that catch our attention. One of them on Friday night is not the team over of 3.5 goals for Utah (-145 via Bovada). It is a decent pick but something plus money was on our radar here. Period props are even okay but this time we go for the home team first goal scorer.

With several options and the high chance Utah scores at least one goal, it is a question of getting the player right. That is the hard part. Taking a chance on Keller again here is not bad at +600. Gauthier at +650 and Logan Cooley also at +650 are strong candidates.

Clayton Keller To score the first home team goal

+600

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