Belt game 9,354 · June 20, 1943
New York Yankees take the belt
New York Yankees beat Washington Senators 7–6 at home to start reign 4,309 of the MLB belt, the 272nd for the franchise.
Washington Senators had held it since June 18, 1943, with 2 defenses over 2 days.
New York Yankees held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Minnesota Twins on June 22, 1943.
4,309Reign number
272Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held