Belt game 3,957 · February 27, 1979
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat Montréal Canadiens 7–3 at home to start reign 1,480 of the NHL belt, the 8th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since February 22, 1979, with 2 defenses over 5 days.
New York Islanders held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Calgary Flames on March 2, 1979.
1,480Reign number
8Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held
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