Final Score: Penguins 3 - Capitals 2
Thursday, December 23, 2010 at 7:00 PM ET

Penguins @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Penguins
23-12 Rating 1556
Form: WLLWW
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.2
Capitals
20-16 Rating 1534
Form: LLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Penguins Capitals
All-time wins 120 102
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 3.7 3.5
Last meeting 3 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Penguins Capitals
Games played 35 36
Avg goals scored 3.3 3.0
Avg goals conceded 2.3 2.8
Win percentage 66% 56%
Away win % / Home win % 69% 65%