Final Score: Sharks 5 - Flames 1
Tuesday, December 31, 1996 at 7:00 PM ET

Sharks @ Flames

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sharks
13-19-4 Rating 1432
Form: LLWWL
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Calgary Flames +0.8
Flames
13-20-5 Rating 1472
Form: TLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sharks Flames
All-time wins 11 27
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 2.6 4.5
Last meeting 3 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Sharks Flames
Games played 36 38
Avg goals scored 2.6 2.5
Avg goals conceded 3.2 2.9
Win percentage 36% 34%
Away win % / Home win % 37% 41%