Final Score: Capitals 8 - Sabres 3
Sunday, April 13, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
32-40-9 Rating 1488
Form: LLTWW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.7
Sabres
40-29-12 Rating 1521
Form: LWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Sabres
All-time wins 17 53
Last 5 meetings 1 3
Average goals 2.7 4.0
Last meeting 1 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Sabres
Games played 81 81
Avg goals scored 2.5 2.9
Avg goals conceded 2.8 2.5
Win percentage 40% 49%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 60%