Final Score: Capitals 2 - Sharks 5
Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Sharks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
21-17 Rating 1531
Form: LWWWW
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: San Jose Sharks +0.7
Sharks
22-15 Rating 1557
Form: LLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Sharks
All-time wins 9 19
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 2.5 3.1
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Sharks
Games played 38 37
Avg goals scored 3.0 2.9
Avg goals conceded 2.9 2.4
Win percentage 55% 59%
Away win % / Home win % 39% 59%