Final Score: Lightning 1 - Sabres 4
Friday, January 23, 1998 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
9-30-8 Rating 1431
Form: LLLLL
Model Probability
37%
63%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +1.1
Sabres
18-21-8 Rating 1499
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Sabres
All-time wins 6 12
Last 5 meetings 0 4
Average goals 2.6 2.8
Last meeting 0 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Sabres
Games played 47 47
Avg goals scored 1.8 2.4
Avg goals conceded 3.2 2.6
Win percentage 19% 38%
Away win % / Home win % 9% 50%