Longest Winning Streaks in NHL History

(last updated on November 5, 2025)

The crowd’s roar echoing off the ice after the final buzzer and the electrifying tension of a team on fire – few hockey stories capture the imagination like a prolonged winning streak. From audacious multi-game heaters to the grit and determination of the win-stacking rampages, these streaks of victory etch themselves into the annals of NHL history. But which teams have pushed the limits of dominance, rewriting the record books and engraving their names as the kings of consistency? Buckle up, hockey fans, because we’re diving into the white-knuckled tales of the teams who conquered the ice, one sizzling win at a time. In this post, we will uncover the teams who dared to rewrite the definition of “streak” and etched their names in the frozen pantheon of NHL legends as we search for the NHL record for most consecutive wins.

Multiple teams and franchises have reached double digits of consecutive NHL regular-season wins, which we present here.

13 Straight and Looked Great

Thirteen might not be the NHL win streak record, but few franchises have reached this milestone. Here are the handful that found the number 13 to be “lucky” and good.

The long winning streak of the 1970-71 Bruins was a thrilling display of dominance during a season already etched in hockey history. This streak, occurring between February 23rd and March 20th of 1971, showcased the offensive juggernaut that Boston had become and fueled their march towards a record-breaking season. The Bruins averaged an impressive 5.2 goals per game during the streak, led by Phil Esposito’s goal-scoring and Bobby Orr’s impressive assists.  

Despite their focus on offense, the Bruins remained disciplined, allowing only 2.08 goals per game during the streak. Their starting goaltender, Eddie Johnston, posted a stellar save percentage during this period.

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Ah, the Devils’ fiery run of 2001! It was a blaze of scoring prowess, defensive dominance, and the undeniable magic of Martin Brodeur between the pipes. This master of the crease shut the door on opposing offenses and single-handedly stole several games, proving himself to be one of the league’s best goalies. 

It all began on February 26, 2001, against the Ottawa Senators. A whirlwind of victories followed, each igniting New Jersey fans’ hopes. The Devils weren’t just winning; they were scoring in bunches. Patrik Elias, Alexander Mogilny, and Petr Sykora each lit the lamps consistently to lead the charge, contributing to one of the league’s most potent offenses.

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How about the 1985-86 Philadelphia squad and their electrifying 13-game win streak – a time etched in Flyers’ hockey lore! The string of W’s started on October 19, 1985, with a home victory against the Minnesota North Stars. This initial win ignited a fiery run that saw the Flyers dismantle opponents with offensive finesse and defensive grit. This win streak wasn’t a one-man show. The dynamic duo of Tim Kerr and Rick Tocchet tore through defenses while goalie Pelle Lindbergh stood tall between the pipes. Ten games into these victories, on November 17th, soon after a nail-biting overtime victory against the New York Islanders, goaltender Lindbergh tragically died in a car accident. This devastating loss cast a shadow over the team, but their spirit remained unbroken as they hammered out three more in honor of their fallen teammate.

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The Sunshine State Cats had a wild ride that propelled them into the NHL spotlight and had fans cheering in the stands. March 29th started the party that included five victories in an extra session. This occurred after Joel Quenneville’s early season resignation and Andrew Brunette’s promotion to bench boss. Aleksander Barkov and Jonathan Huberdeau led the charge on offense, while Sergei Bobrovsky was a wall in front of the net.

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The Devils had an equally dominating stretch in the 2022-23 season. Rising skating stars Nico Hischier, Jesper Bratt, and Jack Hughes showed their skills. During the streak, Hischier tallied 16 points, Bratt posted 15, and Hughes sizzled with 18 in the 13-game run.

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14 and Still Mean

Reaching 14 wins in consecutive NHL contests is a BIG deal! Creating one of the longest win streaks in NHL history takes talent, skill, teamwork, and a little luck.

The Bruins reached 14 straight regular-season victories twice in franchise history. The first occurred during the 1929-30 season.

It sprouted on November 30, 1929, with a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates and spanned eight weeks, concluding on January 9, 1930, with a 4-3 win against the same Pittsburgh team.

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The 14-game win streak of the 2009-10 Washington Capitals was a stretch of pure dominance, a display of offensive firepower and defensive lockdown. The streak included an impressive 12 wins in regulation. Alexander Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom handled a lot of scoring load during this run.

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Technically, the Panthers accomplished the feat of 14 regular-season victories, hitting the plateau by stringing together six wins at the end of the 2020–21 season, coupled with eight more at the start of the 2021–22 NHL year. In the middle of the run was a first-round playoff series defeat at the hands of the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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15 Wins in a Row

Streaks like these place the word “legendary” in front of them. Special teams with memorable and talented people make this list.

The Sabres added five 2005–06 regularly scheduled season-ending W’s along with the fast start of 10 victories to initiate the 2006–07 campaign to hit the lofty number 15 in their streak. The 2005-06 season was the first 100–point season in 23 years for Buffalo as team leaders Daniel Briere, Ryan Miller, Maxim Afinogenov, and Chris Drury helped the franchise achieve the feat.

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In 2013, the Pittsburgh Penguins unleashed an unstoppable force. Fueled by Sidney Crosby’s brilliance and Evgeni Malkin’s power, they ripped through 15 straight games, a dazzling mix of comebacks, overtime thrillers, and shutouts. The Penguins devoured opponents during the streak, starting with a wild 7-6 win over Montreal to a pair of victories against Boston’s vaunted defense. Though stopped just shy of the record, their 15-game waltz stands as a testament to their dominance and a legend whispered through the halls of hockey history.

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The 1981-82 Islanders unleashed a hockey blizzard, burying opponents under a 15-game avalanche from January to February. Fueled by Bryan Trottier’s magic touch and Billy Smith’s brick-wall goaltending, they outscored everyone in their path, rewriting the record books.

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Above the Blue Line Wins

There are a few teams so far that have gone beyond a 15-game win streak.

In the 2016-17 season, the Columbus Blue Jackets defied expectations with a scorching 16-game win streak, rewriting franchise history and captivating the hockey world. Fueled by clutch offense and stingy defense, they climbed the ranks, silencing doubters and igniting fan frenzy. Though they fell one game short of matching the NHL record, their fiery run remains a testament to their grit and forever burns bright in Jackets lore. It was a genuine team effort, as Cam Atkinson was the only Jacket to score more than 30 goals that season.

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Although future Hall of Famer Connor McDavid doesn’t have a Stanley Cup yet, he can claim that his team is tied for the second-longest winning streak in NHL history. From late December 2023 until late January 2024, the Edmonton Oilers defeated 16 straight opponents. They took this momentum all the way to Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals before falling to the Florida Panthers.

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In the spring of ’93, the Pittsburgh Penguins unleashed a firestorm on the ice. Mario Lemieux, healthy and hungry, led the charge as they ripped through 17 straight wins, a franchise record, and the NHL’s gold standard. Opponents withered under the Pens’ offensive onslaught, culminating in a record-setting 96 goals during the streak.  

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Other Long Streaks

Speaking of the Penguins, Pittsburgh holds an NHL-record total of 14 straight playoff game wins. That streak started in the 1992 postseason and concluded in the 1993 playoffs.

A record for ties included in win streaks brings us the longest in the NHL’s over 100-year history! The 1979–80 Philadelphia Flyers hold an unbeaten streak of 35 straight games.

As you can see, hockey doesn’t get much better than these ice squads reeling off win after win.

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