Final Score: Devils 5 - Sabres 6
Tuesday, December 31, 1996 at 7:00 PM ET

Devils @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Devils
20-12-3 Rating 1549
Form: WWTLW
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.1
Sabres
19-15-3 Rating 1509
Form: WWTWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Devils Sabres
All-time wins 20 51
Last 5 meetings 1 2
Average goals 3.0 4.0
Last meeting 0 0

Key Season Stats

Stat Devils Sabres
Games played 35 37
Avg goals scored 2.7 2.9
Avg goals conceded 2.4 2.6
Win percentage 57% 51%
Away win % / Home win % 59% 62%