Lightning vs Sharks NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Jan. 3

The Tampa Bay Lightning are among the NHL squads busy on Saturday, up against the San Jose Sharks.

We've got you covered, in terms of the most important info regarding NHL betting lines, before you make your wager on FanDuel Sportsbook.

Lightning vs Sharks Game Info

• Tampa Bay Lightning (24-13-3) vs. San Jose Sharks (20-17-3)
• Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
• Time: 4 p.m. ET
• Venue: SAP Center at San Jose -- San Jose, California
• Coverage: ESPN+

Lightning vs Sharks Odds

All NHL odds, betting lines and prop bets are available on FanDuel Sportsbook.

Lightning vs Sharks Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Lightning win (69.6%)

Lightning vs Sharks Puck Line

• The Lightning are favored by 1.5 goals (+116 to cover). San Jose, the underdog, is -142.

Lightning vs Sharks Over/Under

• The over/under for Lightning-Sharks on Jan. 3 is 6.5. The over is +108, and the under is -132.

Lightning vs Sharks Moneyline

• San Jose is the underdog, +180 on the moneyline, while Tampa Bay is a -220 favorite despite being on the road.

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