Final Score: Capitals 5 - Lightning 3
Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 7:00 PM ET

Capitals @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Capitals
12-14 Rating 1486
Form: WLLWW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +0.7
Lightning
18-10 Rating 1518
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Capitals Lightning
All-time wins 72 46
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 3.4 2.7
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Capitals Lightning
Games played 26 28
Avg goals scored 2.8 3.5
Avg goals conceded 2.7 2.6
Win percentage 46% 64%
Away win % / Home win % 54% 73%