Final Score: Sabres 1 - Lightning 1
Sunday, October 5, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
1-1 Rating 1506
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.2
Lightning
1-1 Rating 1488
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Lightning
All-time wins 11 6
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 2.8 2.8
Last meeting 3 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Lightning
Games played 2 2
Avg goals scored 2.5 3.5
Avg goals conceded 3.5 3.0
Win percentage 50% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 50%