Belt game 4,380 · April 20, 1983 · playoffs
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat New York Rangers 7–2 at home to start reign 1,639 of the NHL belt, the 29th for the franchise.
New York Rangers had held it since April 17, 1983, with 1 defense over 3 days.
New York Islanders held it for 8 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Boston Bruins on April 28, 1983.
1,639Reign number
29Team's reign
2Defenses
8Days held