Belt game 989 · December 19, 1940
New York Rangers take the belt
New York Rangers beat Boston Bruins 5–3 at home to start reign 407 of the NHL belt, the 42nd for the franchise.
Boston Bruins had held it since December 17, 1940, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
New York Rangers held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Blackhawks on December 22, 1940.
407Reign number
42Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held