Belt game 4,371 · April 3, 1983
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat New York Rangers 3–0 at home to start reign 1,634 of the NHL belt, the 7th for the franchise.
New York Rangers had held it since March 31, 1983, with 1 defense over 3 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to New York Islanders on April 6, 1983.
1,634Reign number
7Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held