Final Score: Canadiens 2 - Devils 5
Friday, December 12, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Devils

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
18-10-4 Rating 1520
Form: LWTWW
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: New Jersey Devils +0.9
Devils
20-9 Rating 1571
Form: LLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Devils
All-time wins 52 27
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 4.0 2.8
Last meeting 1 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Devils
Games played 32 29
Avg goals scored 3.1 3.0
Avg goals conceded 2.4 1.8
Win percentage 56% 69%
Away win % / Home win % 69% 75%