Belt game 10,779 · July 14, 1952
Washington Senators take the belt
Washington Senators beat Cleveland Indians 15–4 at home to start reign 4,989 of the MLB belt, the 280th for the franchise.
Cleveland Indians had held it since July 11, 1952, with 3 defenses over 3 days.
Washington Senators held it for 2 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Detroit Tigers on July 16, 1952.
4,989Reign number
280Team's reign
2Defenses
2Days held