Sharks vs Oilers Picks and Prediction – 4/12/2025

This Friday, Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks head north to take on Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place in a late-season Pacific Division matchup. Get our free NHL Picks all season long! The Sharks, now 20-47-11, are coming off a wild 8-7 overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday, continuing a season filled with defensive struggles.

Celebrini remains one of the lone bright spots in San Jose’s tough campaign, showcasing elite skill and composure despite their place in the standings. He’ll be relied upon heavily again as the Sharks attempt to keep pace with Edmonton’s fast, high-scoring attack.

The Oilers enter the game at 45-28-5 after a tight 4-3 win over the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday. McDavid has continued to produce at an elite level, leading Edmonton’s push toward solidifying playoff seeding. The Oilers have won key games recently and look locked in heading into the postseason.

San Jose will need an exceptional effort in goal and better structure in the defensive zone to stay competitive. Edmonton, meanwhile, will aim to strike early, play with pace, and limit mistakes to avoid giving the Sharks any extra life.

With McDavid leading the charge and the Oilers still battling for playoff position, this should be a one-sided affair. San Jose may generate a spark behind Celebrini, but Edmonton’s firepower and urgency will be too much. Take the Oilers to dominate this game from start until finish. Final Score Prediction, Edmonton Oilers win 5-2.