Final Score: Islanders 1 - Capitals 3
Sunday, March 9, 1980 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
31-27-9 Rating 1552
Form: LTWWL
Model Probability
63%
37%
Projected margin: New York Islanders +0.5
Capitals
21-35-10 Rating 1445
Form: LLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 18 2
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 4.3 1.9
Last meeting 1 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 67 66
Avg goals scored 3.4 3.3
Avg goals conceded 3.2 3.7
Win percentage 46% 32%
Away win % / Home win % 30% 45%