Final Score: Canadiens 2 - Devils 5
Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Devils

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
27-18 Rating 1535
Form: WLWWL
Model Probability
46%
54%
Projected margin: New Jersey Devils +0.5
Devils
28-18 Rating 1540
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Devils
All-time wins 62 55
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.2 2.8
Last meeting 1 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Devils
Games played 45 46
Avg goals scored 3.2 3.0
Avg goals conceded 2.7 2.5
Win percentage 60% 61%
Away win % / Home win % 55% 59%