Belt game 423 · September 5, 1881
Troy Trojans take the belt
Troy Trojans beat Providence Grays 6–3 at home to start reign 177 of the MLB belt, the 12th for the franchise.
Providence Grays had held it since September 3, 1881, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
Troy Trojans held it for 4 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Worcester Worcesters on September 9, 1881.
177Reign number
12Team's reign
2Defenses
4Days held