Belt game 1,846 · October 31, 1953
Chicago Blackhawks take the belt
Chicago Blackhawks beat Montréal Canadiens 1–0 at home to start reign 734 of the NHL belt, the 74th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since October 24, 1953, with 2 defenses over 7 days.
Chicago Blackhawks held it for 4 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Toronto Maple Leafs on November 4, 1953.
734Reign number
74Team's reign
1Defenses
4Days held
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