Final Score: Canadiens 4 - Devils 5
Thursday, January 5, 2006 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Devils

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
18-20 Rating 1485
Form: LWLLL
Model Probability
46%
54%
Projected margin: New Jersey Devils +0.5
Devils
17-23 Rating 1493
Form: LWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Devils
All-time wins 59 45
Last 5 meetings 2 2
Average goals 3.4 2.8
Last meeting 3 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Devils
Games played 38 40
Avg goals scored 2.9 2.9
Avg goals conceded 3.3 3.2
Win percentage 47% 42%
Away win % / Home win % 37% 52%