Final Score: Capitals 4 - Lightning 1
Tuesday, April 18, 2006 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
28-53 Rating 1411
Form: LWLWW
Model Probability
30%
70%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +1.6
Lightning
43-38 Rating 1530
Form: WLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Lightning
All-time wins 41 24
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.2 2.4
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Lightning
Games played 81 81
Avg goals scored 2.9 3.1
Avg goals conceded 3.8 3.2
Win percentage 35% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 30% 62%