Belt game 2,498 · February 4, 1962
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Montréal Canadiens 2–1 at home to start reign 969 of the NHL belt, the 127th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since January 11, 1962, with 9 defenses over 24 days.
New York Rangers held it for 10 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Blackhawks on February 14, 1962.
969Reign number
127Team's reign
3Defenses
10Days held