Belt game 4,117 · December 1, 1980
Minnesota North Stars take the belt
Minnesota North Stars beat New York Rangers 5–3 on the road to start reign 1,538 of the NHL belt, the 22nd for the franchise.
New York Rangers had held it since November 26, 1980, with 1 defense over 5 days.
Minnesota North Stars held it for 8 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to St. Louis Blues on December 9, 1980.
1,538Reign number
22Team's reign
3Defenses
8Days held