Final Score: Lightning 5 - Sabres 2
Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
2-6 Rating 1442
Form: LLWLW
Model Probability
36%
64%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +1.2
Sabres
6-3 Rating 1517
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Sabres
All-time wins 15 38
Last 5 meetings 0 5
Average goals 2.4 3.2
Last meeting 4 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Sabres
Games played 8 9
Avg goals scored 1.8 3.2
Avg goals conceded 2.5 2.2
Win percentage 25% 67%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 75%