The San Jose Sharks (0-6-1) will attempt another shot at claiming their first win of the season against the Carolina Hurricanes (4-4-0). The Hurricanes are on their way to becoming heavy favorites, with odds currently placed at -380.

The Sharks appear to get worse after every game that passes by. In their recent defeat, they battled the Florida Panthers and lost 3-1. Some of their games have been blowouts, but they were able to keep it close through a few of them.

You can find the Sharks at the bottom of the Pacific Division, as their winless record is hurting them each day. The Sharks arguably had their best chance against the Panthers, but will need to regroup and find another way to win.

They put up 1.33 goals a game and allow 3.67 per game. They are getting off 24.5 shots each game and allowing their opponents to average 38.5. Both their point totals and shot amounts need to change dramatically in order for them to find success.

The Sharks played the Hurricanes in preseason play, which was a 6-3 performance in favor of the Hurricanes. Closing the gap on offense will make a huge impact.

The Hurricanes have lost their last three games and are aiming to get back on track. The recent defeat was a 3-0 outing against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Hurricanes might have a good opportunity here.

They are currently third in the Metropolitan Division and still looking to make progress. Their recent three losses have all been road games, but they are now back at home for this one.

They have some issues on both sides of the puck as well. They are averaging 3.86 goals a game and allow 4.71. If they could correct that gap, they could be a good team.

They are also putting up 33.3 shots a game and are allowing teams to fire off 26.9 shots each game. If they become more aggressive here on defense and their shot attempts, they have a great opportunity to win.

The odds offered by MyBookie show that the Carolina Hurricanes are moderately favored to win. The Sharks have not made enough of a case to show that they could win here.

The Sharks are likely going to struggle in this one, as they have in every game so far. The Hurricanes have already earned a 6-3 win over them once and they will probably recreate that scenario.