Final Score: Islanders 6 - Capitals 4
Friday, December 4, 1987 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
16-7-1 Rating 1540
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
49%
51%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.3
Capitals
11-11-2 Rating 1527
Form: WWLTW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 60 29
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 3.9 2.8
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 24 24
Avg goals scored 4.4 3.2
Avg goals conceded 3.1 3.0
Win percentage 67% 46%
Away win % / Home win % 64% 64%