Belt game 2,322 · April 22, 1897
Philadelphia Phillies take the belt
Philadelphia Phillies beat New York Giants 5–1 at home to start reign 1,000 of the MLB belt, the 94th for the franchise.
New York Giants had held it since September 26, 1896, with 0 defenses over 208 days.
Philadelphia Phillies held it for 6 days and 4 defenses, then lost it to Atlanta Braves on April 28, 1897.
1,000Reign number
94Team's reign
4Defenses
6Days held
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