Final Score: Hurricanes 5 - Capitals 2
Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 7:00 PM ET

Hurricanes @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Hurricanes
32-32 Rating 1498
Form: WWLWL
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.8
Capitals
40-24 Rating 1540
Form: WLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Hurricanes Capitals
All-time wins 44 65
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 2.7 3.2
Last meeting 3 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Hurricanes Capitals
Games played 64 64
Avg goals scored 2.6 3.3
Avg goals conceded 2.9 2.9
Win percentage 50% 62%
Away win % / Home win % 45% 76%