Belt game 4,050 · February 19, 1980
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat Montréal Canadiens 3–1 at home to start reign 1,507 of the NHL belt, the 2nd for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since February 10, 1980, with 3 defenses over 9 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Calgary Flames on February 21, 1980.
1,507Reign number
2Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held
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