Final Score: Capitals 3 - Oilers 6
Wednesday, January 7, 1981 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Oilers

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
13-15-11 Rating 1471
Form: LTWLL
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Edmonton Oilers +0.2
Oilers
10-21-6 Rating 1451
Form: TLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Oilers
All-time wins 2 3
Last 5 meetings 1 3
Average goals 3.3 4.3
Last meeting 5 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Oilers
Games played 39 37
Avg goals scored 3.7 3.6
Avg goals conceded 3.7 4.2
Win percentage 33% 27%
Away win % / Home win % 26% 35%