Final Score: Capitals 4 - Blackhawks 5
Sunday, January 17, 1988 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Blackhawks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
21-20-5 Rating 1527
Form: WLLWL
Model Probability
58%
42%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.1
Blackhawks
18-24-3 Rating 1460
Form: WWTWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Blackhawks
All-time wins 20 20
Last 5 meetings 3 1
Average goals 3.6 3.8
Last meeting 2 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Blackhawks
Games played 46 45
Avg goals scored 3.4 3.6
Avg goals conceded 3.1 4.1
Win percentage 46% 40%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 62%