Final Score: Oilers 5 - Capitals 2
Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at 7:00 PM ET

Oilers @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Oilers
20-21 Rating 1499
Form: WWLLW
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.7
Capitals
27-16 Rating 1530
Form: WWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Oilers Capitals
All-time wins 25 29
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.7 3.6
Last meeting 4 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Oilers Capitals
Games played 41 43
Avg goals scored 2.8 3.2
Avg goals conceded 3.0 2.9
Win percentage 49% 63%
Away win % / Home win % 52% 86%