Belt game 5,635 · February 17, 1996
Hartford Whalers take the belt
Hartford Whalers beat Buffalo Sabres 2–1 (OT) at home to start reign 2,156 of the NHL belt, the 23rd for the franchise.
Buffalo Sabres had held it since February 8, 1996, with 3 defenses over 9 days.
Hartford Whalers held it for 6 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Pittsburgh Penguins on February 23, 1996.
2,156Reign number
23Team's reign
1Defenses
6Days held
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