Belt game 3,514 · March 24, 1974
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Buffalo Sabres 5–3 at home to start reign 1,338 of the NHL belt, the 173rd for the franchise.
Buffalo Sabres had held it since March 20, 1974, with 1 defense over 4 days.
New York Rangers held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Boston Bruins on March 27, 1974.
1,338Reign number
173Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held