Final Score: Lightning 2 - Capitals 3
Thursday, March 8, 2012 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
31-35 Rating 1499
Form: WWWWL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.5
Capitals
32-34 Rating 1497
Form: WWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Capitals
All-time wins 42 66
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 2.6 3.3
Last meeting 2 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Capitals
Games played 66 66
Avg goals scored 2.8 2.7
Avg goals conceded 3.4 2.8
Win percentage 47% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 62%