Belt game 5,717 · December 15, 1996
Chicago Blackhawks take the belt
Chicago Blackhawks beat Pittsburgh Penguins 2–1 at home to start reign 2,194 of the NHL belt, the 198th for the franchise.
Pittsburgh Penguins had held it since November 22, 1996, with 9 defenses over 23 days.
Chicago Blackhawks held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Dallas Stars on December 18, 1996.
2,194Reign number
198Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held
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