The set-up: The Sharks come in on top form with three straight wins and I look for the high-powered visiting side to carry that momentum over here. The Hawks come in on the other end of the spectrum, having lost nine of their last ten after a disheartening OT loss to Winnipeg on Friday. The Sharks have regrouped after a ho-hum start, anchored by improved defensively play, going 5-0-1 in their last six and surrendering just 12 goals in that span.

The pick: Note as well that Chicago is just 1-4 in its last five at home and a terrible 15-41 in its last 56 vs. teams with winning records, while San Jose is 38-17 in its last 55 vs. teams with losing records. I'm laying the price and expecting a blowout.

10* play