Belt game 5,858 · March 18, 1998
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat Carolina Hurricanes 1–0 at home to start reign 2,240 of the NHL belt, the 34th for the franchise.
Carolina Hurricanes had held it since March 15, 1998, with 0 defenses over 3 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 3 days and 1 defense, then lost it to New Jersey Devils on March 21, 1998.
2,240Reign number
34Team's reign
1Defenses
3Days held
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