Final Score: Capitals 2 - Lightning 5
Saturday, February 28, 1998 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
26-20-11 Rating 1513
Form: WLTLL
Model Probability
61%
39%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.4
Lightning
11-38-9 Rating 1419
Form: TLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Lightning
All-time wins 14 6
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.0 2.1
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Lightning
Games played 57 58
Avg goals scored 2.8 1.9
Avg goals conceded 2.6 3.3
Win percentage 46% 19%
Away win % / Home win % 45% 24%