Final Score: Islanders 3 - Capitals 2
Saturday, April 18, 1987 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
38-36-12 Rating 1515
Form: WLLWW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.8
Capitals
41-35-10 Rating 1551
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 58 29
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.9 2.8
Last meeting 5 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 86 86
Avg goals scored 3.4 3.5
Avg goals conceded 3.5 3.4
Win percentage 44% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 53%