Belt game 3,017 · September 18, 1901
Pittsburgh Pirates take the belt
Pittsburgh Pirates beat Philadelphia Phillies 5–1 at home to start reign 1,318 of the MLB belt, the 82nd for the franchise.
Philadelphia Phillies had held it since September 13, 1901, with 1 defense over 5 days.
Pittsburgh Pirates held it for 3 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on September 21, 1901.
1,318Reign number
82Team's reign
2Defenses
3Days held