*8* MASSACRE on San Jose Sharks.

The Anaheim Ducks have picked up pace as they've won three straight after picking up just one win over their first 10 of the season. The San Jose Sharks defeated them 2-0 in their season-opener, and I like the Sharks in tonight's mach-up as well.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Road Woes - Anaheim might have won three on the bounce, but each of those game were home at Honda Center. They've lost eight straight away from home overall and also each of the last eight visits to the Shark Tank.

2. Situational - The Ducks played Columbus at home in Anaheim last night and will play their third game in four nights here while the Sharks have played just two games this week (Tuesday and Thursday). The Sharks should come in with much fresher skates and I would not be surprised to see the Ducks come out flat tonight after building some temporary momentum.

3. X-Factor - The Ducks are 2-11 in their last 13 vs. Western Conference.

Selection: This is a play on the San Jose Sharks (8*)