Belt game 5,737 · February 1, 1997
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat Florida Panthers 3–1 on the road to start reign 2,203 of the NHL belt, the 33rd for the franchise.
Florida Panthers had held it since January 25, 1997, with 2 defenses over 7 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 6 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Calgary Flames on February 7, 1997.
2,203Reign number
33Team's reign
1Defenses
6Days held
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