Belt game 2,338 · May 17, 1897
Cincinnati Reds take the belt
Cincinnati Reds beat Philadelphia Phillies 3–2 at home to start reign 1,006 of the MLB belt, the 43rd for the franchise.
Philadelphia Phillies had held it since May 13, 1897, with 1 defense over 4 days.
Cincinnati Reds held it for 6 days and 5 defenses, then lost it to Los Angeles Dodgers on May 23, 1897.
1,006Reign number
43Team's reign
5Defenses
6Days held