Final Score: Panthers 3 - Capitals 2
Sunday, December 18, 2005 at 7:00 PM ET

Panthers @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Panthers
11-23 Rating 1429
Form: LLWWL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.4
Capitals
10-20 Rating 1423
Form: WLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Panthers Capitals
All-time wins 21 28
Last 5 meetings 3 1
Average goals 2.4 2.8
Last meeting 3 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Panthers Capitals
Games played 34 30
Avg goals scored 2.5 2.8
Avg goals conceded 3.3 4.0
Win percentage 32% 33%
Away win % / Home win % 11% 47%