Final Score: Lightning 3 - Capitals 5
Friday, December 18, 2015 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
16-16 Rating 1528
Form: LWLWW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.7
Capitals
22-8 Rating 1561
Form: WLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Capitals
All-time wins 46 76
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 2.6 3.4
Last meeting 1 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Capitals
Games played 32 30
Avg goals scored 2.4 3.0
Avg goals conceded 2.3 2.1
Win percentage 50% 73%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 75%