Belt game 366 · May 20, 1881
Chicago White Stockings take the belt
Chicago White Stockings beat Boston Red Caps 5–4 at home to start reign 151 of the MLB belt, the 26th for the franchise.
Boston Red Caps had held it since May 12, 1881, with 3 defenses over 8 days.
Chicago White Stockings held it for 7 days and 4 defenses, then lost it to Providence Grays on May 27, 1881.
151Reign number
26Team's reign
4Defenses
7Days held