Final Score: Sharks 5 - Capitals 2
Thursday, February 28, 2002 at 7:00 PM ET

Sharks @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sharks
31-20-7 Rating 1540
Form: WWWWW
Model Probability
54%
46%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.1
Capitals
24-27-9 Rating 1493
Form: WTWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sharks Capitals
All-time wins 8 8
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 2.8 2.9
Last meeting 5 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Sharks Capitals
Games played 58 60
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.4 3.0
Win percentage 53% 40%
Away win % / Home win % 48% 52%