Belt game 165 · July 29, 1878
Chicago White Stockings take the belt
Chicago White Stockings beat Indianapolis Blues 12–9 at home to start reign 61 of the MLB belt, the 20th for the franchise.
Indianapolis Blues had held it since July 25, 1878, with 1 defense over 4 days.
Chicago White Stockings held it for 10 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Atlanta Braves on August 8, 1878.
61Reign number
20Team's reign
2Defenses
10Days held