Final Score: Blue Jackets 1 - Blackhawks 3
Friday, December 20, 2002 at 7:00 PM ET

Blue Jackets @ Blackhawks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Blue Jackets
12-16-3 Rating 1443
Form: WTWLW
Model Probability
37%
63%
Projected margin: Chicago Blackhawks +1.1
Blackhawks
15-13-4 Rating 1509
Form: WWTLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blue Jackets Blackhawks
All-time wins 3 7
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 1.9 2.8
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Blue Jackets Blackhawks
Games played 31 32
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.3
Avg goals conceded 3.0 2.3
Win percentage 39% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 20% 62%