Final Score: Canadiens 0 - Sabres 1
Friday, December 19, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
18-13-4 Rating 1509
Form: WWLLL
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.2
Sabres
10-16-6 Rating 1485
Form: LLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Sabres
All-time wins 92 78
Last 5 meetings 1 2
Average goals 3.5 3.1
Last meeting 5 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Sabres
Games played 35 32
Avg goals scored 2.9 2.5
Avg goals conceded 2.5 2.9
Win percentage 51% 31%
Away win % / Home win % 60% 43%