Final Score: Lightning 0 - Sabres 4
Friday, December 5, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
5-17-4 Rating 1453
Form: WTLTW
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.8
Sabres
8-12-6 Rating 1493
Form: LLTTW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Sabres
All-time wins 6 11
Last 5 meetings 1 3
Average goals 2.7 2.7
Last meeting 1 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Sabres
Games played 26 26
Avg goals scored 2.0 2.6
Avg goals conceded 3.3 2.8
Win percentage 19% 31%
Away win % / Home win % 7% 33%