Final Score: Capitals 2 - Islanders 1
Thursday, March 12, 1998 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Islanders

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
28-24-11 Rating 1503
Form: LLLWW
Model Probability
54%
46%
Projected margin: New York Islanders +0.1
Islanders
22-32-9 Rating 1458
Form: LWWLT

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

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

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Islanders
Games played 63 63
Avg goals scored 2.8 2.6
Avg goals conceded 2.6 2.8
Win percentage 44% 35%
Away win % / Home win % 42% 36%