The Yankees facial hair policy had long overstayed its welcome to the extent it was ever appropriate. The policy was likely illegal, and against the team's interest.

This Yankees team is about to look different than any other in a generation. Managing general partner Hal Steinbrenner announced on Friday that the organization has amended its long-standing facial grooming policy,

Aaron Judge offered support for the Yankees’ big change, but added, “If that little rule is going to stop you from coming here, then you probably shouldn’t be here.”