Final Score: Canadiens 2 - Sabres 3
Friday, February 6, 2009 at 7:00 PM ET

Canadiens @ Sabres

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Canadiens
29-22 Rating 1525
Form: LLWLW
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Buffalo Sabres +0.3
Sabres
27-25 Rating 1510
Form: WLWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Canadiens Sabres
All-time wins 118 118
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 3.2 3.0
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Canadiens Sabres
Games played 51 52
Avg goals scored 3.1 3.0
Avg goals conceded 2.8 2.8
Win percentage 57% 52%
Away win % / Home win % 48% 56%