Belt game 4,606 · November 12, 1985
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat Edmonton Oilers 5–2 at home to start reign 1,723 of the NHL belt, the 14th for the franchise.
Edmonton Oilers had held it since November 5, 1985, with 2 defenses over 7 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 17 days and 6 defenses, then lost it to New York Rangers on November 29, 1985.
1,723Reign number
14Team's reign
6Defenses
17Days held