Final Score: Sabres 4 - Capitals 2
Saturday, October 17, 1981 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
2-1-1 Rating 1556
Form: LWLTW
Model Probability
62%
38%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.5
Capitals
1-4 Rating 1460
Form: LWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Capitals
All-time wins 26 2
Last 5 meetings 3 0
Average goals 5.1 2.6
Last meeting 5 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Capitals
Games played 4 5
Avg goals scored 2.8 3.6
Avg goals conceded 4.0 4.8
Win percentage 50% 20%
Away win % / Home win % 0% 50%