Final Score: Sabres 4 - Penguins 3
Monday, December 8, 2008 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Penguins

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
12-14 Rating 1493
Form: WLLLW
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Penguins +0.9
Penguins
15-11 Rating 1547
Form: LWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Penguins
All-time wins 62 69
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 3.3 3.2
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Penguins
Games played 26 26
Avg goals scored 2.7 3.2
Avg goals conceded 2.9 2.7
Win percentage 46% 58%
Away win % / Home win % 42% 58%