Final Score: Sharks 2 - Sabres 6
Sunday, February 16, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Sharks @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sharks
20-30-6 Rating 1431
Form: WTLLL
Model Probability
33%
67%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +1.5
Sabres
29-19-9 Rating 1526
Form: TTWWT

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sharks Sabres
All-time wins 2 6
Last 5 meetings 1 2
Average goals 3.7 4.9
Last meeting 1 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Sharks Sabres
Games played 56 57
Avg goals scored 2.6 2.8
Avg goals conceded 3.3 2.5
Win percentage 36% 51%
Away win % / Home win % 34% 59%