Belt game 8,386 · February 26, 2026
Carolina Hurricanes take the belt
Carolina Hurricanes beat Tampa Bay Lightning 5–4 at home to start reign 3,401 of the NHL belt, the 60th for the franchise.
Tampa Bay Lightning had held it since January 26, 2026, with 5 defenses over 31 days.
Carolina Hurricanes held it for 4 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Seattle Kraken on March 2, 2026.
3,401Reign number
60Team's reign
1Defenses
4Days held
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