Hamilton Tigers take the belt

Hamilton Tigers beat Ottawa Senators 3–2 (OT) on the road to start reign 72 of the NHL belt, the 9th for the franchise.

Ottawa Senators had held it since December 19, 1923, with 1 defense over 10 days.

Hamilton Tigers held it for 7 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Montréal Canadiens on January 5, 1924.