Belt game 4,416 · April 15, 1911
Boston Rustlers take the belt
Boston Rustlers beat Philadelphia Phillies 5–4 at home to start reign 1,970 of the MLB belt, the 222nd for the franchise.
Philadelphia Phillies had held it since October 11, 1910, with 2 defenses over 186 days.
Boston Rustlers held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on April 17, 1911.
1,970Reign number
222Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held