Final Score: Lightning 3 - Capitals 2
Sunday, May 1, 2011 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
51-39 Rating 1512
Form: LWWWW
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.8
Capitals
52-36 Rating 1557
Form: WLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Capitals
All-time wins 37 64
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 2.5 3.4
Last meeting 4 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Capitals
Games played 90 88
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.7
Avg goals conceded 2.8 2.4
Win percentage 57% 59%
Away win % / Home win % 54% 62%