Final Score: Islanders 2 - Capitals 2
Tuesday, December 16, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
13-15-4 Rating 1466
Form: LWLLW
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.8
Capitals
15-12-6 Rating 1504
Form: WLTLT

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Capitals
All-time wins 87 67
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.6 3.1
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Capitals
Games played 32 33
Avg goals scored 2.7 3.0
Avg goals conceded 2.7 2.8
Win percentage 41% 45%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 55%