Belt game 2,999 · March 3, 1968
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Chicago Blackhawks 4–0 at home to start reign 1,162 of the NHL belt, the 149th for the franchise.
Chicago Blackhawks had held it since February 14, 1968, with 6 defenses over 18 days.
New York Rangers held it for 7 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Los Angeles Kings on March 10, 1968.
1,162Reign number
149Team's reign
2Defenses
7Days held