Final Score: Sabres 3 - Blackhawks 2
Wednesday, February 17, 1982 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Blackhawks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
31-18-9 Rating 1562
Form: LLWLW
Model Probability
62%
38%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.5
Blackhawks
21-28-10 Rating 1463
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Blackhawks
All-time wins 30 21
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.1 2.6
Last meeting 6 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Blackhawks
Games played 58 59
Avg goals scored 3.8 4.3
Avg goals conceded 3.1 4.6
Win percentage 53% 36%
Away win % / Home win % 41% 48%