Belt game 2,882 · December 11, 1966
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Montréal Canadiens 4–2 at home to start reign 1,122 of the NHL belt, the 145th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since December 4, 1966, with 2 defenses over 7 days.
New York Rangers held it for 7 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Detroit Red Wings on December 18, 1966.
1,122Reign number
145Team's reign
2Defenses
7Days held