Belt game 4,040 · January 27, 1980
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat New York Islanders 7–1 at home to start reign 1,503 of the NHL belt, the 1st for the franchise.
New York Islanders had held it since January 15, 1980, with 5 defenses over 12 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Blackhawks on January 30, 1980.
1,503Reign number
1Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held
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