Belt game 5,734 · January 25, 1997
Florida Panthers take the belt
Florida Panthers beat Tampa Bay Lightning 3–2 at home to start reign 2,202 of the NHL belt, the 11th for the franchise.
Tampa Bay Lightning had held it since January 21, 1997, with 0 defenses over 4 days.
Florida Panthers held it for 7 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Washington Capitals on February 1, 1997.
2,202Reign number
11Team's reign
2Defenses
7Days held