Final Score: Canadiens 1 - Sabres 6
Wednesday, January 22, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
18-21-8 Rating 1499
Form: LWLLW
Model Probability
44%
56%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.6
Sabres
24-17-5 Rating 1518
Form: LLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Sabres
All-time wins 91 77
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.5 3.1
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Sabres
Games played 47 46
Avg goals scored 3.3 2.9
Avg goals conceded 3.4 2.7
Win percentage 38% 52%
Away win % / Home win % 25% 65%