Final Score: Capitals 4 - Islanders 5
Thursday, April 16, 1987 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Islanders

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
41-34-10 Rating 1556
Form: WLWWL
Model Probability
54%
46%
Projected margin: New York Islanders +0.1
Islanders
37-36-12 Rating 1511
Form: LWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Islanders
All-time wins 29 57
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 2.8 3.8
Last meeting 2 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Islanders
Games played 85 85
Avg goals scored 3.5 3.4
Avg goals conceded 3.4 3.5
Win percentage 48% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 48%