Final Score: Islanders 2 - Capitals 0
Sunday, March 2, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
20-32-10 Rating 1439
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.9
Capitals
24-31-7 Rating 1487
Form: LLTWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 86 64
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.6 3.1
Last meeting 2 0

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 62 62
Avg goals scored 2.7 2.5
Avg goals conceded 3.0 2.8
Win percentage 32% 39%
Away win % / Home win % 20% 43%