Final Score: Islanders 5 - Capitals 4
Sunday, December 21, 2003 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
13-16-2 Rating 1479
Form: LWWLL
Model Probability
49%
51%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.4
Capitals
10-20-3 Rating 1471
Form: WLWTT

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 88 89
Last 5 meetings 0 5
Average goals 3.4 3.2
Last meeting 1 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 31 33
Avg goals scored 2.7 2.6
Avg goals conceded 2.7 3.1
Win percentage 42% 30%
Away win % / Home win % 14% 31%