Final Score: Blue Jackets 2 - Lightning 3
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 7:00 PM ET

Blue Jackets @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Blue Jackets
21-24 Rating 1466
Form: LLLWL
Model Probability
44%
56%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.6
Lightning
26-20 Rating 1486
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blue Jackets Lightning
All-time wins 4 5
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 1.9 2.0
Last meeting 3 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Blue Jackets Lightning
Games played 45 46
Avg goals scored 2.6 3.0
Avg goals conceded 3.2 3.2
Win percentage 47% 57%
Away win % / Home win % 41% 68%