Belt game 3,335 · February 16, 1972
Minnesota North Stars take the belt
Minnesota North Stars beat Detroit Red Wings 4–2 at home to start reign 1,279 of the NHL belt, the 13th for the franchise.
Detroit Red Wings had held it since February 10, 1972, with 1 defense over 6 days.
Minnesota North Stars held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Boston Bruins on February 19, 1972.
1,279Reign number
13Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held