Final Score: Capitals 2 - Red Wings 1
Wednesday, January 28, 1987 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Red Wings

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
20-24-7 Rating 1528
Form: WWWLL
Model Probability
61%
39%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.3
Red Wings
20-21-8 Rating 1440
Form: WWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Red Wings
All-time wins 21 23
Last 5 meetings 2 2
Average goals 3.4 3.5
Last meeting 3 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Red Wings
Games played 51 49
Avg goals scored 3.2 3.2
Avg goals conceded 3.7 3.4
Win percentage 39% 41%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 42%