Final Score: Sabres 2 - Blackhawks 6
Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 7:00 PM ET

Sabres @ Blackhawks

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Sabres
19-26 Rating 1473
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
37%
63%
Projected margin: Chicago Blackhawks +1.1
Blackhawks
27-19 Rating 1544
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Sabres Blackhawks
All-time wins 61 45
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.3 2.8
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Sabres Blackhawks
Games played 45 46
Avg goals scored 2.5 3.3
Avg goals conceded 3.0 2.9
Win percentage 42% 59%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 65%