Belt game 808 · August 1, 1885
New York Giants take the belt
New York Giants beat Chicago White Stockings 7–6 at home to start reign 336 of the MLB belt, the 15th for the franchise.
Chicago White Stockings had held it since July 27, 1885, with 4 defenses over 5 days.
New York Giants held it for 6 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Cubs on August 7, 1885.
336Reign number
15Team's reign
2Defenses
6Days held