Minnesota Twins took the lineal MLB belt on September 22, 2026, beating San Francisco Giants 3–2 on the road. It is reign 10,797 in the belt's history and the 537th for the franchise.
San Francisco Giants had held it since September 21, 2026: 1 day and 0 defenses.
Minnesota Twins last held the belt in 2026, 1 day before this one; that reign lasted 1 day with 0 defenses.
The reign lasted 4 days and 2 defenses, ending September 26, 2026 against Texas Rangers.
The game
Twins Edge Giants 3-2, Claim Belt at Oracle Park The Minnesota Twins captured the Belt Holders championship with a 3-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. After San Francisco scored a run in the second inning to take an early lead, the game remained tight through five scoreless frames.