Belt game 4,678 · April 19, 1986 · playoffs
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat New York Rangers 8–1 at home to start reign 1,749 of the NHL belt, the 17th for the franchise.
New York Rangers had held it since April 15, 1986, with 1 defense over 4 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 4 days and 1 defense, then lost it to New York Rangers on April 23, 1986.
1,749Reign number
17Team's reign
1Defenses
4Days held