Final Score: Devils 3 - Sabres 2
Saturday, January 7, 2006 at 7:00 PM ET

Devils @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Devils
18-23 Rating 1497
Form: WLLWW
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.8
Sabres
27-14 Rating 1537
Form: WLWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Devils Sabres
All-time wins 39 61
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 2.9 3.5
Last meeting 1 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Devils Sabres
Games played 41 41
Avg goals scored 2.9 3.3
Avg goals conceded 3.2 3.0
Win percentage 44% 66%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 67%