Final Score: Islanders 1 - Capitals 3
Sunday, March 9, 1986 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
31-24-10 Rating 1533
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.9
Capitals
41-19-5 Rating 1585
Form: WWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 52 19
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 4.1 2.8
Last meeting 2 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 65 65
Avg goals scored 4.1 3.9
Avg goals conceded 3.7 3.4
Win percentage 48% 63%
Away win % / Home win % 42% 77%