Final Score: Capitals 1 - Oilers 4
Sunday, February 9, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Oilers

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
21-26-6 Rating 1497
Form: LLWTL
Model Probability
49%
51%
Projected margin: Edmonton Oilers +0.4
Oilers
26-23-5 Rating 1487
Form: WWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Oilers
All-time wins 23 18
Last 5 meetings 3 1
Average goals 3.9 3.7
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Oilers
Games played 53 54
Avg goals scored 2.6 3.1
Avg goals conceded 2.8 2.9
Win percentage 40% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 34% 54%