Belt game 4,177 · April 16, 1981 · playoffs
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat Edmonton Oilers 8–2 at home to start reign 1,555 of the NHL belt, the 20th for the franchise.
Edmonton Oilers had held it since April 8, 1981, with 2 defenses over 8 days.
New York Islanders held it for 3 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Edmonton Oilers on April 19, 1981.
1,555Reign number
20Team's reign
1Defenses
3Days held