Final Score: Panthers 3 - Sabres 0
Friday, December 20, 2002 at 7:00 PM ET

Panthers @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Panthers
9-14-8 Rating 1428
Form: WLLTT
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.9
Sabres
8-17-5 Rating 1478
Form: WLTLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Panthers Sabres
All-time wins 13 21
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 2.3 3.1
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Panthers Sabres
Games played 31 30
Avg goals scored 2.5 2.2
Avg goals conceded 3.1 2.7
Win percentage 29% 27%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 38%