Belt game 17,965 · July 4, 1997
New York Mets take the belt
New York Mets beat Florida Marlins 6–2 at home to start reign 8,453 of the MLB belt, the 131st for the franchise.
Florida Marlins had held it since July 2, 1997, with 1 defense over 2 days.
New York Mets held it for 8 days and 4 defenses, then lost it to Atlanta Braves on July 12, 1997.
8,453Reign number
131Team's reign
4Defenses
8Days held