Final Score: Capitals 3 - Lightning 4
Thursday, March 23, 2006 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
22-46 Rating 1397
Form: LLLLL
Model Probability
28%
72%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +1.8
Lightning
36-33 Rating 1530
Form: WLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Lightning
All-time wins 41 23
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.2 2.3
Last meeting 0 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Lightning
Games played 68 69
Avg goals scored 2.9 3.1
Avg goals conceded 3.9 3.2
Win percentage 32% 52%
Away win % / Home win % 23% 56%