Belt game 4,664 · March 23, 1986
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat Philadelphia Flyers 6–5 at home to start reign 1,741 of the NHL belt, the 16th for the franchise.
Philadelphia Flyers had held it since March 13, 1986, with 4 defenses over 10 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 5 days and 1 defense, then lost it to New York Islanders on March 28, 1986.
1,741Reign number
16Team's reign
1Defenses
5Days held