Final Score: Stars 2 - Oilers 1
Saturday, December 20, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Stars @ Oilers

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Stars
23-9-4 Rating 1565
Form: LWLWW
Model Probability
60%
40%
Projected margin: Dallas Stars +0.3
Oilers
11-16-8 Rating 1480
Form: TLWWT

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Stars Oilers
All-time wins 29 38
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.5 3.8
Last meeting 4 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Stars Oilers
Games played 36 35
Avg goals scored 3.2 2.3
Avg goals conceded 2.1 2.9
Win percentage 64% 31%
Away win % / Home win % 61% 33%