Final Score: Sabres 1 - Lightning 1
Sunday, March 9, 2003 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
21-38-8 Rating 1464
Form: WLLWW
Model Probability
45%
55%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.6
Lightning
30-28-10 Rating 1477
Form: WWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Lightning
All-time wins 26 10
Last 5 meetings 3 0
Average goals 3.1 2.4
Last meeting 4 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Lightning
Games played 67 68
Avg goals scored 2.3 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.6 2.7
Win percentage 31% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 24% 59%