Belt game 4,831 · December 26, 1987
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat Boston Bruins 2–1 at home to start reign 1,816 of the NHL belt, the 42nd for the franchise.
Boston Bruins had held it since December 22, 1987, with 0 defenses over 4 days.
New York Islanders held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to New Jersey Devils on December 28, 1987.
1,816Reign number
42Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held