Belt game 1,476 · December 12, 1948
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Detroit Red Wings 2–0 at home to start reign 594 of the NHL belt, the 71st for the franchise.
Detroit Red Wings had held it since November 28, 1948, with 5 defenses over 14 days.
New York Rangers held it for 14 days and 5 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Blackhawks on December 26, 1948.
594Reign number
71Team's reign
5Defenses
14Days held