Final Score: Capitals 4 - Lightning 3
Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
20-22 Rating 1498
Form: WLLLL
Model Probability
47%
53%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.5
Lightning
26-17 Rating 1503
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Lightning
All-time wins 71 44
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 3.4 2.7
Last meeting 6 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Lightning
Games played 42 43
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.9
Avg goals conceded 3.0 2.4
Win percentage 48% 60%
Away win % / Home win % 37% 70%