Belt game 12,189 · July 15, 1961
Detroit Tigers take the belt
Detroit Tigers beat Minnesota Twins 2–1 at home to start reign 5,661 of the MLB belt, the 423rd for the franchise.
Minnesota Twins had held it since July 14, 1961, with 0 defenses over 1 days.
Detroit Tigers held it for 3 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Baltimore Orioles on July 18, 1961.
5,661Reign number
423Team's reign
3Defenses
3Days held