Belt game 3,995 · October 17, 1979
Chicago Blackhawks take the belt
Chicago Blackhawks beat Montréal Canadiens 3–2 at home to start reign 1,495 of the NHL belt, the 170th for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since May 15, 1979, with 5 defenses over 155 days.
Chicago Blackhawks held it for 4 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Colorado Avalanche on October 21, 1979.
1,495Reign number
170Team's reign
1Defenses
4Days held
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