“In recent weeks I have spoken to a large number of former and current Yankees – spanning several eras – to elicit their perspectives on our longstanding facial hair and grooming policy,” Hal Steinbrenner said in a statement.
The New York Yankees dropped their ban on beards Friday, 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner.
Current owner Hal Steinbrenner, son of The Boss, announced the change Friday before the team’s spring training opener.
As recently as Monday, the Yankees had left reminders on the clubhouse chair of each player to arrive clean shaven the following morning for photo day.
“Ultimately the final decision rests with me, and after great consideration, we will be amending our expectations to allow our players and uniformed personnel to have well-groomed beards moving forward.
