Final Score: Blue Jackets 1 - Lightning 2
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 7:00 PM ET

Blue Jackets @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Blue Jackets
38-34 Rating 1510
Form: WWLWW
Model Probability
62%
38%
Projected margin: Columbus Blue Jackets +0.5
Lightning
23-49 Rating 1410
Form: WWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blue Jackets Lightning
All-time wins 3 4
Last 5 meetings 2 2
Average goals 1.9 2.0
Last meeting 5 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Blue Jackets Lightning
Games played 72 72
Avg goals scored 2.8 2.6
Avg goals conceded 2.8 3.3
Win percentage 53% 32%
Away win % / Home win % 42% 30%