Final Score: Penguins 2 - Capitals 1
Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 7:00 PM ET

Penguins @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Penguins
14-11 Rating 1529
Form: WLWWL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.5
Capitals
12-11 Rating 1525
Form: WWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Penguins Capitals
All-time wins 121 106
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 3.6 3.5
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Penguins Capitals
Games played 25 23
Avg goals scored 3.2 3.1
Avg goals conceded 2.5 3.3
Win percentage 56% 52%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 67%