Belt game 2,413 · January 1, 1961
Boston Bruins take the belt
Boston Bruins beat Montréal Canadiens 3–2 at home to start reign 943 of the NHL belt, the 144th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since December 28, 1960, with 2 defenses over 4 days.
Boston Bruins held it for 4 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Blackhawks on January 5, 1961.
943Reign number
144Team's reign
0Defenses
4Days held