Final Score: Blackhawks 3 - Blue Jackets 4
Monday, December 26, 2005 at 7:00 PM ET

Blackhawks @ Blue Jackets

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Blackhawks
13-21 Rating 1431
Form: LWLLL
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Columbus Blue Jackets +0.2
Blue Jackets
9-26 Rating 1409
Form: LLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blackhawks Blue Jackets
All-time wins 11 9
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.0 2.3
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Blackhawks Blue Jackets
Games played 34 35
Avg goals scored 2.8 2.1
Avg goals conceded 3.6 3.7
Win percentage 38% 26%
Away win % / Home win % 30% 35%