The Yankees will allow their players to use well -maintained beards

The facial hair policy that prevented Yankees players and uniformed personnel from using a beard will change after an agreement with the owner

Tampa, Florida – the policy of the New York Yankees About him Care and facial haira singular edict in force since 1976he is dead. In a statement published on Friday, the Yankees ownerHal Steinbrenner said the organization will allow “well careful beards” With immediate effect.

“In recent weeks I have spoken with a large number of former players and current Yankees players “Several times,” to know your views about our old Personal facial hair and hygiene policyand I appreciate your sincere and varied comments, ”said Steinbrenner in the statement.

“These most recent conversations are an extension of the internal dialogue in progress that dates back to several years.”

“Ultimately, the final decision depends on me and, after considering it carefully, we will modify our expectations to allow our players and uniformed personnel to have well -maintained beards in the future. It is the right time to go beyond the familiar comfort of our former policy. “

George Steinbrenner, Hal’s father, implemented the rule almost 50 years ago, leaving the players the option of being well shaved or carrying a mustache. Hal Steinbrenner became president and majority owner of the franchise in 2008, but maintained the policy.