Syracuse Stars take the belt

Syracuse Stars beat Boston Red Caps 1–0 at home to start reign 87 of the MLB belt, the 5th for the franchise.

Boston Red Caps had held it since July 21, 1879, with 1 defense over 5 days.

Syracuse Stars held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Atlanta Braves on July 28, 1879.