Final Score: Capitals 0 - Islanders 2
Saturday, December 7, 1996 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Islanders

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
13-13-1 Rating 1517
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
59%
41%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.1
Islanders
7-11-8 Rating 1442
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Islanders
All-time wins 64 85
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.1 3.6
Last meeting 0 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Islanders
Games played 27 26
Avg goals scored 2.7 2.5
Avg goals conceded 2.6 2.8
Win percentage 48% 27%
Away win % / Home win % 54% 38%