Belt game 1,971 · June 15, 1894
New York Giants take the belt
New York Giants beat Pittsburgh Pirates 9–2 at home to start reign 851 of the MLB belt, the 98th for the franchise.
Pittsburgh Pirates had held it since June 13, 1894, with 1 defense over 2 days.
New York Giants held it for 3 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on June 18, 1894.
851Reign number
98Team's reign
1Defenses
3Days held