Final Score: Sharks 2 - Wild 3
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 7:00 PM ET

Sharks @ Wild

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sharks
28-8 Rating 1593
Form: LWWLW
Model Probability
62%
38%
Projected margin: San Jose Sharks +0.5
Wild
17-18 Rating 1498
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sharks Wild
All-time wins 16 11
Last 5 meetings 5 0
Average goals 2.5 2.1
Last meeting 3 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Sharks Wild
Games played 36 35
Avg goals scored 3.5 2.5
Avg goals conceded 2.3 2.3
Win percentage 78% 49%
Away win % / Home win % 62% 53%