Belt game 5,019 · December 5, 1989
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat Buffalo Sabres 3–0 at home to start reign 1,902 of the NHL belt, the 46th for the franchise.
Buffalo Sabres had held it since December 3, 1989, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
New York Islanders held it for 7 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to New Jersey Devils on December 12, 1989.
1,902Reign number
46Team's reign
2Defenses
7Days held