Final Score: Islanders 4 - Blackhawks 5
Sunday, March 16, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Blackhawks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
24-35-10 Rating 1447
Form: WWLWL
Model Probability
38%
62%
Projected margin: Chicago Blackhawks +1.0
Blackhawks
27-31-12 Rating 1508
Form: TLTWT

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Blackhawks
All-time wins 39 32
Last 5 meetings 1 2
Average goals 3.5 3.0
Last meeting 3 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Blackhawks
Games played 69 70
Avg goals scored 2.7 2.6
Avg goals conceded 2.9 2.5
Win percentage 35% 39%
Away win % / Home win % 24% 33%