Final Score: Capitals 3 - Lightning 4
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
26-22 Rating 1527
Form: LWLLW
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.1
Lightning
21-27 Rating 1490
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Lightning
All-time wins 66 40
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.4 2.6
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Lightning
Games played 48 48
Avg goals scored 2.8 2.8
Avg goals conceded 2.9 3.4
Win percentage 54% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 35% 62%