Belt game 12,185 · July 8, 1961
Detroit Tigers take the belt
Detroit Tigers beat Los Angeles Angels 3–2 at home to start reign 5,659 of the MLB belt, the 422nd for the franchise.
Los Angeles Angels had held it since July 2, 1961, with 6 defenses over 6 days.
Detroit Tigers held it for 6 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Minnesota Twins on July 14, 1961.
5,659Reign number
422Team's reign
2Defenses
6Days held