Belt game 4,680 · April 23, 1986 · playoffs
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Washington Capitals 6–5 (OT) at home to start reign 1,750 of the NHL belt, the 204th for the franchise.
Washington Capitals had held it since April 19, 1986, with 1 defense over 4 days.
New York Rangers held it for 8 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Montréal Canadiens on May 1, 1986.
1,750Reign number
204Team's reign
2Defenses
8Days held