Final Score: Capitals 5 - Islanders 1
Thursday, December 23, 1982 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Islanders

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
15-9-9 Rating 1508
Form: WWTWW
Model Probability
35%
65%
Projected margin: New York Islanders +1.3
Islanders
18-13-7 Rating 1593
Form: WLWTT

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Islanders
All-time wins 4 30
Last 5 meetings 1 3
Average goals 2.2 4.2
Last meeting 3 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Islanders
Games played 33 38
Avg goals scored 3.8 3.7
Avg goals conceded 3.5 3.1
Win percentage 45% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 63%