The New York Yankees have officially revised their grooming policy, which previously prohibited players from sporting beards and long hair, a tradition established by the late owner George Steinbrenner in the mid-1970s. Players, including closer Devin Williams and catcher Austin Wells, have welcomed this change, indicating a cultural shift within the organization. Additionally, fans are being surveyed on whether they support further relaxing of these policies, particularly on the issue of long hair, recalling past player experiences under the stricter grooming regulations.
The Yankees have decided to relax their grooming policy, which had previously prohibited beards and long hair, allowing players to sport well-groomed beards now.
This change marks a significant shift for the Yankees, moving away from the classic grooming standards enforced by the late George Steinbrenner since the 1970s.
Current players, including closer Devin Williams and catcher Austin Wells, have expressed their support for the new policy that allows for well-groomed beards.
The survey also raises the question of whether long hair should be permitted, recalling the strict grooming rules placed on past stars like Jason Giambi.
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