Belt game 3,270 · April 22, 1971 · playoffs
Minnesota North Stars take the belt
Minnesota North Stars beat Montréal Canadiens 6–3 on the road to start reign 1,262 of the NHL belt, the 10th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since April 15, 1971, with 2 defenses over 7 days.
Minnesota North Stars held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Montréal Canadiens on April 24, 1971.
1,262Reign number
10Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held