Final Score: Blackhawks 1 - Blue Jackets 3
Sunday, December 31, 2006 at 7:00 PM ET

Blackhawks @ Blue Jackets

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Blackhawks
16-21 Rating 1432
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
45%
55%
Projected margin: Columbus Blue Jackets +0.6
Blue Jackets
14-24 Rating 1450
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blackhawks Blue Jackets
All-time wins 16 14
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.0 2.6
Last meeting 6 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Blackhawks Blue Jackets
Games played 37 38
Avg goals scored 2.6 2.6
Avg goals conceded 2.9 3.1
Win percentage 43% 37%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 42%