Belt game 4,992 · October 13, 1989
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat New York Rangers 7–4 at home to start reign 1,889 of the NHL belt, the 20th for the franchise.
New York Rangers had held it since October 11, 1989, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 7 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to New York Islanders on October 20, 1989.
1,889Reign number
20Team's reign
2Defenses
7Days held