Belt game 2,228 · June 3, 1896
Philadelphia Phillies take the belt
Philadelphia Phillies beat Cincinnati Reds 7–3 at home to start reign 964 of the MLB belt, the 93rd for the franchise.
Cincinnati Reds had held it since June 1, 1896, with 1 defense over 2 days.
Philadelphia Phillies held it for 5 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Cleveland Spiders on June 8, 1896.
964Reign number
93Team's reign
3Defenses
5Days held