Belt game 3,171 · March 29, 1970
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Montréal Canadiens 4–1 at home to start reign 1,226 of the NHL belt, the 159th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since March 14, 1970, with 7 defenses over 15 days.
New York Rangers held it for 6 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Detroit Red Wings on April 4, 1970.
1,226Reign number
159Team's reign
1Defenses
6Days held