Final Score: Capitals 2 - Red Wings 2
Saturday, December 23, 1978 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Red Wings

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
8-21-5 Rating 1399
Form: LLWTL
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Detroit Red Wings +0.9
Red Wings
8-17-9 Rating 1452
Form: LLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Red Wings
All-time wins 8 12
Last 5 meetings 0 4
Average goals 3.2 3.8
Last meeting 3 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Red Wings
Games played 34 34
Avg goals scored 3.0 3.1
Avg goals conceded 4.6 3.6
Win percentage 24% 24%
Away win % / Home win % 28% 38%