Final Score: Islanders 2 - Capitals 5
Thursday, December 4, 2008 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
10-14 Rating 1458
Form: WWLLW
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.8
Capitals
13-12 Rating 1498
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 99 92
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 3.4 3.1
Last meeting 3 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 24 25
Avg goals scored 2.7 3.2
Avg goals conceded 3.3 3.2
Win percentage 42% 52%
Away win % / Home win % 45% 82%