Final Score: Lightning 4 - Capitals 2
Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Capitals

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
63-32 Rating 1579
Form: WWLLW
Model Probability
46%
54%
Projected margin: Washington Capitals +0.5
Capitals
59-38 Rating 1586
Form: WWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Capitals
All-time wins 50 82
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 2.6 3.4
Last meeting 4 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Capitals
Games played 95 97
Avg goals scored 3.6 3.2
Avg goals conceded 2.9 2.9
Win percentage 66% 61%
Away win % / Home win % 63% 65%