Belt game 5,801 · October 29, 1997
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat Montréal Canadiens 5–2 on the road to start reign 2,223 of the NHL belt, the 63rd for the franchise.
Montréal Canadiens had held it since October 25, 1997, with 1 defense over 4 days.
New York Islanders held it for 10 days and 4 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Blackhawks on November 8, 1997.
2,223Reign number
63Team's reign
4Defenses
10Days held
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