Belt game 5,242 · June 27, 1916
New York Yankees take the belt
New York Yankees beat Washington Senators 3–2 at home to start reign 2,352 of the MLB belt, the 17th for the franchise.
Washington Senators had held it since June 26, 1916, with 0 defenses over 1 days.
New York Yankees held it for 7 days and 6 defenses, then lost it to Minnesota Twins on July 4, 1916.
2,352Reign number
17Team's reign
6Defenses
7Days held