Final Score: Sabres 4 - Lightning 3
Friday, April 5, 1996 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
29-41-7 Rating 1471
Form: LLLWL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.7
Lightning
35-29-12 Rating 1507
Form: WLWTW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Lightning
All-time wins 7 5
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 2.8 3.1
Last meeting 2 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Lightning
Games played 77 76
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.9
Avg goals conceded 3.3 3.1
Win percentage 38% 46%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 55%