Belt game 19,013 · September 7, 2003
New York Yankees take the belt
New York Yankees beat Boston Red Sox 3–1 at home to start reign 8,975 of the MLB belt, the 520th for the franchise.
Boston Red Sox had held it since September 1, 2003, with 4 defenses over 6 days.
New York Yankees held it for 7 days and 7 defenses, then lost it to Tampa Bay Rays on September 14, 2003.
8,975Reign number
520Team's reign
7Defenses
7Days held