Final Score: Islanders 1 - Canadiens 2
Thursday, February 5, 2004 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Canadiens

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
26-22-5 Rating 1511
Form: WTLWW
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Montreal Canadiens +0.3
Canadiens
27-22-6 Rating 1494
Form: LWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Canadiens
All-time wins 52 73
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 2.9 3.2
Last meeting 3 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Canadiens
Games played 53 55
Avg goals scored 2.9 2.5
Avg goals conceded 2.5 2.2
Win percentage 49% 49%
Away win % / Home win % 28% 50%