Belt game 3,285 · October 17, 1971
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Montréal Canadiens 8–4 at home to start reign 1,270 of the NHL belt, the 164th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since May 16, 1971, with 4 defenses over 154 days.
New York Rangers held it for 34 days and 12 defenses, then lost it to Dallas Stars on November 20, 1971.
1,270Reign number
164Team's reign
12Defenses
34Days held