Final Score: Red Wings 2 - Capitals 8
Tuesday, February 24, 1987 at 7:00 PM ET

Red Wings @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Red Wings
26-25-9 Rating 1454
Form: WLWWT
Model Probability
36%
64%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +1.2
Capitals
25-28-8 Rating 1529
Form: LWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Red Wings Capitals
All-time wins 23 22
Last 5 meetings 1 3
Average goals 3.5 3.4
Last meeting 1 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Red Wings Capitals
Games played 60 61
Avg goals scored 3.3 3.3
Avg goals conceded 3.4 3.7
Win percentage 43% 41%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 44%