Published Apr 8, 3:37am ET by
Alex Dudley - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Apr 8, 3:37am ET
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Updated Apr 8, 3:37am ET
Attention will be on the Western Conference of the NHL on April 9, as the Anaheim Ducks bid to end a losing sequence when they host the San Jose Sharks.
The Ducks remain in a prominent position to finish in a playoff spot, but they must respond after losing six on the bounce. The Sharks will be the visitors, as they chase back-to-back wins.
There will be mounting pressure on Joel Quenneville’s Anaheim Ducks, as the franchise are limping over the line in the NHL. The Ducks remain third in the Pacific Division and within one point of the top spot, but they have suffered defeats in each of their last six fixtures.
Anaheim’s struggles continued on Tuesday evening, as they were hammered 5-0 on home ice by the Nashville Predators. A more assured defensive performance will be required if the Ducks are to bounce back to form on Thursday.
A busy end to the regular season awaits for the San Jose Sharks, as they bid to finish in the playoff spots. However, they will still face an uphill challenge if they are to finish in the playoff positions.
The Sharks currently sit fifth in the Pacific Division, but confidence will be gained after winning five of their last ten. San Jose showed their battling qualities in their most recent outing to record a 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. William Eklund was a standout performer in the win, registering a goal and an assist.
| TOTAL | Ducks | Sharks | DRAWS | |
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| Reguation WINS | 195 | 97 | 94 | - |
| GOALS | 1097 | 539 | 558 |
The pressure will be on the Ducks this week, as they bid to get their season back on track. However, the recent strong performances produced by the Sharks could make them a value play at the odds available on Thursday.
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