Final Score: Capitals 1 - Sabres 4
Sunday, February 23, 1986 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
35-18-5 Rating 1573
Form: LWWTL
Model Probability
54%
46%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.1
Sabres
28-26-6 Rating 1525
Form: LTLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Sabres
All-time wins 4 35
Last 5 meetings 2 2
Average goals 2.5 4.6
Last meeting 2 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Sabres
Games played 58 60
Avg goals scored 3.9 3.8
Avg goals conceded 3.5 3.6
Win percentage 60% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 48% 59%