Final Score: Sabres 2 - Lightning 4
Thursday, February 1, 2001 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
25-20-5 Rating 1514
Form: LLLWL
Model Probability
67%
33%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.6
Lightning
14-33-5 Rating 1384
Form: LLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Lightning
All-time wins 20 9
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 3.0 2.5
Last meeting 3 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Lightning
Games played 50 52
Avg goals scored 2.5 2.4
Avg goals conceded 2.3 3.5
Win percentage 50% 27%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 43%