Final Score: Sharks 3 - Oilers 5
Saturday, December 28, 1996 at 7:00 PM ET

Sharks @ Oilers

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sharks
13-18-4 Rating 1435
Form: LLLWW
Model Probability
44%
56%
Projected margin: Edmonton Oilers +0.7
Oilers
15-19-4 Rating 1459
Form: TLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sharks Oilers
All-time wins 10 17
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 3.0 3.6
Last meeting 2 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Sharks Oilers
Games played 35 38
Avg goals scored 2.5 3.3
Avg goals conceded 3.2 3.2
Win percentage 37% 39%
Away win % / Home win % 39% 39%