Final Score: Sabres 3 - Capitals 2
Sunday, January 27, 2002 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
21-26-4 Rating 1502
Form: LWLLW
Model Probability
49%
51%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.3
Capitals
20-25-8 Rating 1488
Form: LLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Capitals
All-time wins 63 29
Last 5 meetings 3 1
Average goals 3.6 2.6
Last meeting 5 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Capitals
Games played 51 53
Avg goals scored 2.7 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.6 3.1
Win percentage 41% 38%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 50%