Belt game 1,027 · June 28, 1887
Detroit Wolverines take the belt
Detroit Wolverines beat New York Giants 7–4 at home to start reign 423 of the MLB belt, the 29th for the franchise.
New York Giants had held it since June 24, 1887, with 2 defenses over 4 days.
Detroit Wolverines held it for 2 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on June 30, 1887.
423Reign number
29Team's reign
1Defenses
2Days held