I Think I Won the Pennant Race

Souvenirs Tell Stories — Part 13: Pennants

Photo by Jim LaBate

Generally speaking, “pennants” have been around for hundreds of years. According to one online dictionary, they are primarily “triangular flags on a ship, especially flown for identification or signaling” (dictionary.com).

When baseball fans think of a pennant, however, they think of the flag awarded to the team that has the best record…