Belt game 3,305 · December 5, 1971
Buffalo Sabres take the belt
Buffalo Sabres beat Minnesota North Stars 3–1 at home to start reign 1,272 of the NHL belt, the 3rd for the franchise.
Minnesota North Stars had held it since November 20, 1971, with 6 defenses over 15 days.
Buffalo Sabres held it for 4 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Blackhawks on December 9, 1971.
1,272Reign number
3Team's reign
0Defenses
4Days held