Belt game 268 · September 27, 1879
Boston Red Caps take the belt
Boston Red Caps beat Providence Grays 12–6 at home to start reign 106 of the MLB belt, the 19th for the franchise.
Providence Grays had held it since September 25, 1879, with 1 defense over 2 days.
Boston Red Caps held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Providence Grays on September 29, 1879.
106Reign number
19Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held