Welcome back to NHL Predictions! Today, like every day, Last Word on Hockey looks at the games happening and gives our predictions for each. We’ll also break down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play a part.

William Eklund, Mikael Granlund, Tyler Toffoli, and Mario Ferraro all scored third-period goals to help lead the San Jose Sharks to a 6-3 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday to open a five-game road trip.

This season has been a period of rebuilding, growth and developing the team’s skills. The San Jose Sharks have struggled to find themselves out of the bottom of the league. Each game, win or lose, is never the same in the end.

SAN JOSE — The San Jose Sharks returned defenseman Shakir Mukhamadullin to the San Jose Barracuda of the AHL on Monday morning before leaving for a five-game road trip.

Thus, a win against the rebuilding Sharks is crucial. The Bruins are expected to make some changes to their lines for this matchup against the Sharks. Based on yesterday's practice lines, Matt Poitras will move up to the second-line center spot,

The Boston Bruins are set for a matinee matchup against the San Jose Sharks as the two teams meet for the first time this season. The game kicks off a busy four games in six days