Final Score: Lightning 4 - Capitals 7
Thursday, January 1, 2009 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
10-26 Rating 1420
Form: LWWWL
Model Probability
31%
69%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +1.5
Capitals
24-14 Rating 1530
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Capitals
All-time wins 32 51
Last 5 meetings 0 5
Average goals 2.5 3.3
Last meeting 2 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Capitals
Games played 36 38
Avg goals scored 2.4 3.3
Avg goals conceded 3.1 2.9
Win percentage 28% 63%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 88%