Final Score: Capitals 4 - Sabres 2
Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
23-14 Rating 1526
Form: WLWWW
Model Probability
52%
48%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.1
Sabres
17-19 Rating 1492
Form: WLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Sabres
All-time wins 38 79
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 2.6 3.7
Last meeting 3 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Sabres
Games played 37 36
Avg goals scored 3.2 2.9
Avg goals conceded 2.9 2.9
Win percentage 62% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 50%