Belt game 6,895 · April 5, 2009
Washington Capitals take the belt
Washington Capitals beat Atlanta Thrashers 6–4 at home to start reign 2,724 of the NHL belt, the 53rd for the franchise.
Atlanta Thrashers had held it since April 3, 2009, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
Washington Capitals held it for 6 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Florida Panthers on April 11, 2009.
2,724Reign number
53Team's reign
2Defenses
6Days held