Final Score: Devils 5 - Blackhawks 3
Sunday, December 18, 1988 at 7:00 PM ET

Devils @ Blackhawks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Devils
12-15-5 Rating 1496
Form: WTWWL
Model Probability
58%
42%
Projected margin: New Jersey Devils +0.1
Blackhawks
8-20-4 Rating 1425
Form: LLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Devils Blackhawks
All-time wins 18 33
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 3.0 3.8
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Devils Blackhawks
Games played 32 32
Avg goals scored 3.4 3.9
Avg goals conceded 4.0 4.9
Win percentage 38% 25%
Away win % / Home win % 27% 42%