Belt game 2,218 · May 23, 1896
Chicago Colts take the belt
Chicago Colts beat Washington Senators (1892–99) 11–9 at home to start reign 961 of the MLB belt, the 103rd for the franchise.
Washington Senators (1892–99) had held it since May 17, 1896, with 2 defenses over 6 days.
Chicago Colts held it for 3 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on May 26, 1896.
961Reign number
103Team's reign
1Defenses
3Days held