Belt game 2,522 · April 1, 1962 · playoffs
Chicago Blackhawks take the belt
Chicago Blackhawks beat Montréal Canadiens 4–1 at home to start reign 979 of the NHL belt, the 113th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since March 24, 1962, with 3 defenses over 8 days.
Chicago Blackhawks held it for 9 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Toronto Maple Leafs on April 10, 1962.
979Reign number
113Team's reign
3Defenses
9Days held
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