Belt game 3,256 · March 23, 1971
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Buffalo Sabres 7–2 at home to start reign 1,256 of the NHL belt, the 163rd for the franchise.
Buffalo Sabres had held it since March 21, 1971, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
New York Rangers held it for 11 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Montréal Canadiens on April 3, 1971.
1,256Reign number
163Team's reign
3Defenses
11Days held