Belt game 1,134 · May 26, 1888
Detroit Wolverines take the belt
Detroit Wolverines beat Chicago White Stockings 9–8 on the road to start reign 465 of the MLB belt, the 38th for the franchise.
Chicago White Stockings had held it since May 23, 1888, with 2 defenses over 3 days.
Detroit Wolverines held it for 4 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on May 30, 1888.
465Reign number
38Team's reign
1Defenses
4Days held