Longest game in NHL history
The current longest game in nhl history record is 176:30, held by Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Maroons, set on March 24, 1936. Last checked October 9, 2026.
176:30
Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Maroons
- Holder
- Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Maroons
- Record
- 176:30
- Location
- Montreal Forum, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Date set
- March 24, 1936
- Recognized by
- National Hockey League
- Last checked
- October 9, 2026
Sources
- nhl.com Centennial origins era
- nhl.com This date in nhl history march
- nbcnewyork.com Longest games nhl history
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