Final Score: Lightning 2 - Capitals 1
Sunday, April 20, 2003 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
39-32-16 Rating 1497
Form: LLWWW
Model Probability
46%
54%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.5
Capitals
41-38-8 Rating 1505
Form: WWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Capitals
All-time wins 15 36
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 2.1 3.4
Last meeting 2 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Capitals
Games played 87 87
Avg goals scored 2.7 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.6 2.7
Win percentage 45% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 37% 56%