Belt game 981 · April 28, 1887
New York Giants take the belt
New York Giants beat Philadelphia Quakers 4–3 at home to start reign 398 of the MLB belt, the 31st for the franchise.
Philadelphia Quakers had held it since October 9, 1886, with 1 defense over 201 days.
New York Giants held it for 2 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on April 30, 1887.
398Reign number
31Team's reign
1Defenses
2Days held