Final Score: Sabres 1 - Sharks 1
Tuesday, January 7, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Sharks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
21-15-4 Rating 1517
Form: WLWTW
Model Probability
60%
40%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.3
Sharks
14-21-4 Rating 1430
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Sharks
All-time wins 6 2
Last 5 meetings 2 2
Average goals 5.3 4.0
Last meeting 4 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Sharks
Games played 40 39
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.6
Avg goals conceded 2.6 3.2
Win percentage 52% 36%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 32%