Final Score: Blue Jackets 3 - Blackhawks 2
Friday, December 30, 2005 at 7:00 PM ET

Blue Jackets @ Blackhawks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Blue Jackets
11-26 Rating 1418
Form: LLLWW
Model Probability
46%
54%
Projected margin: Chicago Blackhawks +0.5
Blackhawks
13-23 Rating 1423
Form: LLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blue Jackets Blackhawks
All-time wins 10 11
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 2.3 3.0
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Blue Jackets Blackhawks
Games played 37 36
Avg goals scored 2.1 2.8
Avg goals conceded 3.6 3.6
Win percentage 30% 36%
Away win % / Home win % 17% 47%