Belt game 5,657 · April 5, 1996
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Philadelphia Flyers 3–1 at home to start reign 2,167 of the NHL belt, the 222nd for the franchise.
Philadelphia Flyers had held it since March 31, 1996, with 2 defenses over 5 days.
New York Rangers held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to New Jersey Devils on April 7, 1996.
2,167Reign number
222Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held