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Belt game 476 · June 26, 1882

Chicago White Stockings take the belt

Chicago White Stockings beat Providence Grays 9–0 at home to start reign 200 of the MLB belt, the 28th for the franchise.

Providence Grays had held it since June 24, 1882, with 0 defenses over 2 days.

Chicago White Stockings held it for 16 days and 8 defenses, then lost it to Detroit Wolverines on July 12, 1882.

200Reign number
28Team's reign
8Defenses
16Days held

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