Belt game 12,211 · August 7, 1961
New York Yankees take the belt
New York Yankees beat Los Angeles Angels 4–1 at home to start reign 5,673 of the MLB belt, the 421st for the franchise.
Los Angeles Angels had held it since August 5, 1961, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
New York Yankees held it for 5 days and 4 defenses, then lost it to Texas Rangers on August 12, 1961.
5,673Reign number
421Team's reign
4Defenses
5Days held