The Ducks were essentially drawn and quartered at the trade deadline, and are one team who are playing like it. They have lost 8 straight, and are losing in a variety of fashions. It looks like they also could be short-handed tonight. They have not been a good road team, even when playing well.

San Jose is no play-off threat, and has been inconsistent of late, but has had some impressive wins mixed in. Although the situation does not come up that frequently, the Sharks are a very good home favorite, winning eight in a row, and a solid road team when playing anyone. They have a poor history against the Ducks, and this is a perfect situation for pay-back. Take the favored Sharks in tonight’s match-up.