Belt game 4,034 · January 15, 1980
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat Winnipeg Jets 5–2 at home to start reign 1,502 of the NHL belt, the 13th for the franchise.
Winnipeg Jets had held it since January 13, 1980, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
New York Islanders held it for 12 days and 5 defenses, then lost it to Washington Capitals on January 27, 1980.
1,502Reign number
13Team's reign
5Defenses
12Days held