For nearly a half-century, the New York Yankees' facial-hair policy kept the visages of some of the world's most famous baseball players whisker-free. Over the last week, with a nudge from a new player and the advice of an All-Star cast, Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner changed the face of the Yankees. Literally.
"Everyone was kind of stunned," said Yankees closer Devin Williams, whose desire to sport his signature beard helped spur the rule change that will allow Yankees players to wear more than a mustache. "There were a few guys who had heard it was being discussed and a possibility, but that it actually happened -- I'm just looking forward to it growing back.