Final Score: Capitals 2 - Lightning 4
Saturday, February 28, 2004 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
20-36-8 Rating 1459
Form: WTLLW
Model Probability
37%
63%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +1.1
Lightning
34-22-7 Rating 1530
Form: LLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Lightning
All-time wins 38 18
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.3 2.2
Last meeting 3 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Lightning
Games played 64 63
Avg goals scored 2.4 2.9
Avg goals conceded 3.0 2.3
Win percentage 31% 54%
Away win % / Home win % 31% 57%