Belt game 11,643 · April 23, 1958
Washington Senators take the belt
Washington Senators beat New York Yankees 5–4 at home to start reign 5,393 of the MLB belt, the 332nd for the franchise.
New York Yankees had held it since April 18, 1958, with 4 defenses over 5 days.
Washington Senators held it for 4 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Boston Red Sox on April 27, 1958.
5,393Reign number
332Team's reign
2Defenses
4Days held