Belt game 942 · February 1, 1940
Detroit Red Wings take the belt
Detroit Red Wings beat New York Rangers 2–0 at home to start reign 386 of the NHL belt, the 20th for the franchise.
New York Rangers had held it since January 23, 1940, with 2 defenses over 9 days.
Detroit Red Wings held it for 8 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Blackhawks on February 9, 1940.
386Reign number
20Team's reign
3Defenses
8Days held