Belt game 9,184 · May 29, 1942
New York Yankees take the belt
New York Yankees beat Washington Senators 16–1 at home to start reign 4,220 of the MLB belt, the 265th for the franchise.
Washington Senators had held it since May 28, 1942, with 0 defenses over 1 days.
New York Yankees held it for 2 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Athletics on May 31, 1942.
4,220Reign number
265Team's reign
3Defenses
2Days held