Final Score: Blackhawks 6 - Sabres 5
Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 7:00 PM ET

Blackhawks @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Blackhawks
17-11-8 Rating 1498
Form: LTWLW
Model Probability
46%
54%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.5
Sabres
14-18-2 Rating 1506
Form: LLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blackhawks Sabres
All-time wins 40 57
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 2.8 3.3
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Blackhawks Sabres
Games played 36 34
Avg goals scored 2.8 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.8 2.6
Win percentage 47% 41%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 50%