Final Score: Sabres 7 - Capitals 4
Saturday, January 24, 1981 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
21-10-15 Rating 1572
Form: TTWLW
Model Probability
63%
37%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.5
Capitals
16-20-11 Rating 1468
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Capitals
All-time wins 23 2
Last 5 meetings 3 0
Average goals 5.0 2.5
Last meeting 3 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Capitals
Games played 46 47
Avg goals scored 3.9 3.5
Avg goals conceded 3.1 3.7
Win percentage 46% 34%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 43%