Nashville Predators vs San Jose Sharks Head-to-Head

Predators built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 10 of 22 decided meetings (45%) (plus 2 ties). In the shootout era they are 46-38 against each other (55% Predators). Postseason history is deep: 17 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.1-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Predators' 8-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Predators hold a 17-3 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 46 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1998, so the rivalry has spanned 28 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Sharks won 3-2 on Apr 13, 2026. Through the 2020s Predators have led 14-1 between the teams.