Belt game 8,528 · May 4, 1938
Washington Senators take the belt
Washington Senators beat Cleveland Indians 1–0 at home to start reign 3,922 of the MLB belt, the 193rd for the franchise.
Cleveland Indians had held it since May 1, 1938, with 2 defenses over 3 days.
Washington Senators held it for 7 days and 6 defenses, then lost it to Detroit Tigers on May 11, 1938.
3,922Reign number
193Team's reign
6Defenses
7Days held