Belt game 4,204 · November 7, 1981
Hartford Whalers take the belt
Hartford Whalers beat Minnesota North Stars 4–2 at home to start reign 1,564 of the NHL belt, the 2nd for the franchise.
Minnesota North Stars had held it since October 24, 1981, with 4 defenses over 14 days.
Hartford Whalers held it for 5 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Philadelphia Flyers on November 12, 1981.
1,564Reign number
2Team's reign
2Defenses
5Days held