Only four teams give up fewer goals per game than New Jersey. The Devils are a live 'dog because of their defense. The Devils could be going with backup goalie Keith Kinkaid instead of star goaltender Cory Schneider, but Kinkaid has been solid with a 2-1 record, 1.65 GAA and .944 save percentage.

This marks San Jose's first home game following a six-game, 12-day road swing. The Sharks play their next five games at home hosting the Blackhawks on Wednesday in a marquee matchup. So this isn't a great spot for them.

The Sharks have injuries and are cold on the power play failing to score 19 of the last 20 times with a man advantage.

The Devils are off losses to the Ducks and Kings. They desperately would like to conclude the West Coast part of their road trip with a victory here. The Sharks have lost their last two home games. They weren't good at home either last season finished with a losing record.