Belt game 4,991 · October 11, 1989
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Calgary Flames 5–4 at home to start reign 1,888 of the NHL belt, the 209th for the franchise.
Calgary Flames had held it since May 21, 1989, with 5 defenses over 143 days.
New York Rangers held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Washington Capitals on October 13, 1989.
1,888Reign number
209Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held