Belt game 140 · June 1, 1878
Chicago White Stockings take the belt
Chicago White Stockings beat Boston Red Caps 3–2 on the road to start reign 51 of the MLB belt, the 15th for the franchise.
Boston Red Caps had held it since May 18, 1878, with 3 defenses over 14 days.
Chicago White Stockings held it for 12 days and 4 defenses, then lost it to Milwaukee Grays on June 13, 1878.
51Reign number
15Team's reign
4Defenses
12Days held