Belt game 4,235 · January 16, 1982
Minnesota North Stars take the belt
Minnesota North Stars beat Quebec Nordiques 4–1 at home to start reign 1,580 of the NHL belt, the 26th for the franchise.
Quebec Nordiques had held it since January 5, 1982, with 3 defenses over 11 days.
Minnesota North Stars held it for 12 days and 6 defenses, then lost it to St. Louis Blues on January 28, 1982.
1,580Reign number
26Team's reign
6Defenses
12Days held