Final Score: Canadiens 3 - Capitals 2
Saturday, October 24, 1987 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
4-3-1 Rating 1547
Form: LWWWL
Model Probability
47%
53%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.5
Capitals
5-2 Rating 1547
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Capitals
All-time wins 37 12
Last 5 meetings 0 4
Average goals 4.5 2.2
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Capitals
Games played 8 7
Avg goals scored 4.2 4.6
Avg goals conceded 3.1 3.1
Win percentage 50% 71%
Away win % / Home win % 25% 100%