Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. Our featured game of this edition is the Dallas Stars taking on the Buffalo Sabres. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
This is the last regular season edition of our NHL predictions. However, we’ll be here during the postseason.
NHL Predictions
San Jose Sharks vs Winnipeg Jets
Head-to-Head: Sharks 2-0 Jets
How to Watch: US TV: NBC Sports California; ESPN+. Canada TV: TSN3; TVA Sports.
Time: 8 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
Our first and featured game of this final regular season edition of NHL predictions has the San Jose Sharks and the Winnipeg Jets. Alex Nedeljkovic is the expected starter for San Jose. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Sharks are 5-4-1 in their previous 10 games but will miss out on the playoffs. Macklin Celebrini leads the way in goals (44), assists (68), and points (112).
Connor Hellebuyck is the likely starter for Winnipeg, which is trying to end the season on a high note. Last year’s President’s Trophy winners are going to miss out on the playoffs after going 5-5 in their last 10 games. Mark Scheifele hit the 100-point mark with 103 this season.
Both teams want to get a win to end the season. However, the Jets get the win.
Prediction: Jets win 4-2.