Belt game 9,179 · May 24, 1942
Washington Senators take the belt
Washington Senators beat New York Yankees 9–8 at home to start reign 4,217 of the MLB belt, the 242nd for the franchise.
New York Yankees had held it since May 20, 1942, with 2 defenses over 4 days.
Washington Senators held it for 3 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Boston Red Sox on May 27, 1942.
4,217Reign number
242Team's reign
2Defenses
3Days held