Belt game 9,274 · August 30, 1942
Washington Senators take the belt
Washington Senators beat Cleveland Indians 2–0 at home to start reign 4,270 of the MLB belt, the 251st for the franchise.
Cleveland Indians had held it since August 29, 1942, with 1 defense over 1 days.
Washington Senators held it for 3 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Chicago White Sox on September 2, 1942.
4,270Reign number
251Team's reign
1Defenses
3Days held