Belt game 1,183 · July 31, 1888
New York Giants take the belt
New York Giants beat Washington Nationals (1886–89) 6–1 at home to start reign 488 of the MLB belt, the 46th for the franchise.
Washington Nationals (1886–89) had held it since July 30, 1888, with 0 defenses over 1 days.
New York Giants held it for 11 days and 9 defenses, then lost it to Pittsburgh Pirates on August 11, 1888.
488Reign number
46Team's reign
9Defenses
11Days held
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