Belt game 6,483 · February 21, 2004
New York Islanders take the belt
New York Islanders beat Buffalo Sabres 4–1 at home to start reign 2,531 of the NHL belt, the 73rd for the franchise.
Buffalo Sabres had held it since February 14, 2004, with 3 defenses over 7 days.
New York Islanders held it for 5 days and 1 defense, then lost it to New York Rangers on February 26, 2004.
2,531Reign number
73Team's reign
1Defenses
5Days held