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Nazem Kadri always brings his best against the San Jose Sharks, averaging 4.3 shots on goal and 1.2 points over the last 14 meetings.
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My Flames vs. Sharks predictions expect the well-rested veteran to put forth another strong offensive showing tonight.
Let’s dive into my NHL picks for Thursday, February 26.
Flames vs Sharks prediction
Flames vs Sharks best bet: Nazem Kadri Over 2.5 shots on goal (-135)
Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri has recorded at least three shots on goal in nine of the past 10 head-to-head meetings with the San Jose Sharks, including two of three this season.
Kadri has recorded 24 attempts over three games against the Sharks. He attempted 6+ in each of them.
That’s a sweet spot for Kadri to clear this line. He’s gone Over this line in 22 of 29 games (76%) this year when attempting 6+ shots.
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The Sharks have allowed the second-most shots to centers over their last 10, so the volume should remain strong.
Flames vs Sharks same-game parlay
Kadri hit the scoresheet in 11 of his last 14 games against the Sharks, tallying 17 points in total. He should be able to build on those outputs given they rank Bottom 4 in both shots and goals allowed.
Matt Coronato has seven points over his last six games vs. teams that sit Bottom 10 in goals against and skates on the top power play with Kadri.
Flames vs Sharks SGP
Nazem Kadri Over 2.5 shots on goal
Nazem Kadri Over 0.5 points
Matt Coronato Over 0.5 points
Flames vs Sharks odds
Moneyline: Calgary +105 | San Jose -125
Puck line: Calgary +1.5 (-230) | San Jose -1.5 (+190)
Over/Under: Over 6.5 (+105) | Under 6.5 (-125)
Flames vs Sharks trend
Nazem Kadri has averaged 4.8 shots on goal over his last 10 games against San Jose. Find more NHL betting trends for Flames vs. Sharks.
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How to watch Flames vs Sharks
Location
SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA
Date
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Puck drop
10:00 p.m. ET
TV
NBCSCA, SN1
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