Belt game 3,174 · April 5, 1970
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Detroit Red Wings 9–5 at home to start reign 1,228 of the NHL belt, the 160th for the franchise.
Detroit Red Wings had held it since April 4, 1970, with 0 defenses over 1 days.
New York Rangers held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Boston Bruins on April 8, 1970.
1,228Reign number
160Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held