Belt game 13,846 · August 17, 1971
Washington Senators take the belt
Washington Senators beat Oakland Athletics 8–1 at home to start reign 6,478 of the MLB belt, the 33rd for the franchise.
Oakland Athletics had held it since August 13, 1971, with 2 defenses over 4 days.
Washington Senators held it for 4 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Kansas City Royals on August 21, 1971.
6,478Reign number
33Team's reign
3Defenses
4Days held