Belt game 1,056 · August 3, 1887
Indianapolis Hoosiers take the belt
Indianapolis Hoosiers beat Boston Beaneaters 11–7 at home to start reign 438 of the MLB belt, the 4th for the franchise.
Boston Beaneaters had held it since August 1, 1887, with 1 defense over 2 days.
Indianapolis Hoosiers held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on August 6, 1887.
438Reign number
4Team's reign
0Defenses
3Days held
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