Final Score: Sabres 4 - Lightning 2
Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
21-27 Rating 1508
Form: LWLLW
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.1
Lightning
20-30 Rating 1470
Form: LWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Lightning
All-time wins 35 15
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 3.1 2.4
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Lightning
Games played 48 50
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.9
Avg goals conceded 2.9 3.4
Win percentage 44% 40%
Away win % / Home win % 35% 50%