Final Score: Capitals 1 - Lightning 2
Friday, April 18, 2003 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
41-37-8 Rating 1509
Form: WWWLL
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.3
Lightning
38-32-16 Rating 1493
Form: LLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Lightning
All-time wins 36 14
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.4 2.1
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Lightning
Games played 86 86
Avg goals scored 2.8 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.7 2.6
Win percentage 48% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 51%