Belt game 5,553 · April 28, 1995
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat Buffalo Sabres 5–1 at home to start reign 2,127 of the NHL belt, the 31st for the franchise.
Buffalo Sabres had held it since April 23, 1995, with 2 defenses over 5 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 10 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Pittsburgh Penguins on May 8, 1995.
2,127Reign number
31Team's reign
3Defenses
10Days held