Belt game 983 · April 30, 1887
Philadelphia Quakers take the belt
Philadelphia Quakers beat New York Giants 15–9 at home to start reign 399 of the MLB belt, the 18th for the franchise.
New York Giants had held it since April 28, 1887, with 1 defense over 2 days.
Philadelphia Quakers held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Atlanta Braves on May 2, 1887.
399Reign number
18Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held
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