Belt game 597 · August 17, 1883
New York Gothams take the belt
New York Gothams beat Providence Grays 7–6 on the road to start reign 259 of the MLB belt, the 8th for the franchise.
Providence Grays had held it since August 15, 1883, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
New York Gothams held it for 4 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Atlanta Braves on August 21, 1883.
259Reign number
8Team's reign
1Defenses
4Days held