Belt game 11,005 · September 16, 1953
Washington Senators take the belt
Washington Senators beat Chicago White Sox 4–2 at home to start reign 5,080 of the MLB belt, the 291st for the franchise.
Chicago White Sox had held it since September 14, 1953, with 1 defense over 2 days.
Washington Senators held it for 3 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Athletics on September 19, 1953.
5,080Reign number
291Team's reign
1Defenses
3Days held