Belt game 4,138 · January 17, 1981
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat Washington Capitals 6–4 at home to start reign 1,545 of the NHL belt, the 18th for the franchise.
Washington Capitals had held it since January 12, 1981, with 1 defense over 5 days.
New York Islanders held it for 9 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Buffalo Sabres on January 26, 1981.
1,545Reign number
18Team's reign
3Defenses
9Days held
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