The New York Yankees have abandoned their half-century prohibition of beards, a policy that was archaic even from its infancy. Now I find myself strangely, unexpectedly bereft, stroking my own beard ...

It was even a deal breaker for some Major League Baseball (MLB) players in whether they joined certain teams. Here are some things to know about the history of beards in major league baseball.

Last month, the Yankees announced players would be permitted to grow “well-groomed” beards, softening a 50-year policy on appearance that prohibited beards and long hair. Baseball players like ...

The Yankees announced Friday that players can now grow "well-groomed beards." Since the 1970s, the team had forbidden long hair and facial hair other than mustaches. The policy had received ...

New York Yankees managing general partner Hal Steinbrenner announced Friday that the team’s players and ... and a half of baseball, and by the mid-20th century, beards were mostly out of favor.

Starting in the 2025 season, the organization will allow its players and coaching staff to have well-groomed beards, marking the end of a tradition that lasted nearly five decades. The New York ...