Final Score: Islanders 1 - Capitals 2
Friday, December 26, 1986 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
19-13-2 Rating 1537
Form: WWLWW
Model Probability
49%
51%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.3
Capitals
11-17-6 Rating 1525
Form: LLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 55 23
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 4.1 2.8
Last meeting 7 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 34 34
Avg goals scored 3.9 3.1
Avg goals conceded 3.5 3.9
Win percentage 56% 32%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 47%