Belt game 984 · May 2, 1887
Boston Beaneaters take the belt
Boston Beaneaters beat Philadelphia Quakers 12–6 on the road to start reign 400 of the MLB belt, the 63rd for the franchise.
Philadelphia Quakers had held it since April 30, 1887, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
Boston Beaneaters held it for 2 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Philadelphia Phillies on May 4, 1887.
400Reign number
63Team's reign
1Defenses
2Days held