Belt game 151 · June 27, 1878
Chicago White Stockings take the belt
Chicago White Stockings beat Boston Red Caps 16–5 at home to start reign 57 of the MLB belt, the 18th for the franchise.
Boston Red Caps had held it since June 25, 1878, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
Chicago White Stockings held it for 5 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Providence Grays on July 2, 1878.
57Reign number
18Team's reign
1Defenses
5Days held