Final Score: Devils 1 - Blackhawks 5
Thursday, December 31, 2009 at 7:00 PM ET

Devils @ Blackhawks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Devils
28-10 Rating 1583
Form: WWLWW
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Chicago Blackhawks +0.2
Blackhawks
26-13 Rating 1561
Form: LWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Devils Blackhawks
All-time wins 35 41
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 2.9 3.3
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Devils Blackhawks
Games played 38 39
Avg goals scored 2.9 3.1
Avg goals conceded 2.1 2.2
Win percentage 74% 67%
Away win % / Home win % 76% 77%