Final Score: Sabres 1 - Devils 4
Thursday, February 27, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Devils

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
32-19-10 Rating 1534
Form: TWTWW
Model Probability
45%
55%
Projected margin: New Jersey Devils +0.6
Devils
30-18-12 Rating 1550
Form: TTTLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Devils
All-time wins 52 20
Last 5 meetings 3 0
Average goals 4.0 3.0
Last meeting 6 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Devils
Games played 61 60
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.5 2.4
Win percentage 52% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 47%