Final Score: Canadiens 5 - Capitals 3
Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
20-23-7 Rating 1466
Form: LWTWL
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.7
Capitals
20-23-8 Rating 1496
Form: WLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Capitals
All-time wins 54 40
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.4 2.5
Last meeting 2 0

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Capitals
Games played 50 51
Avg goals scored 2.6 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.7 3.0
Win percentage 40% 39%
Away win % / Home win % 30% 52%