As spring training continues, here are four things to follow on the weekend:
1. Yankees Change Facial Hair Policy:
For more than half a century, the Yankees have adhered to a strict facial hair policy unless their players do not have athletic beards. The policy dates back to 1973, when the late owner George Steinbrenner disapproved of the fluffy hair and facial hair of several players on opening day – Thurman Munson,,,,, Sparky Lyle and Bobby Murcer Among them. Every offseason, when a typical bearded player signs with the Yankees and fans, there’s almost a novelty breath, wondering how he’ll report to the Clean Camp. (Or, when the long-term Yankee sets out and grows a beard immediately, Gleyber Torres Many Yankees have done it in his New Detroit environment over the years Tang arrive Jason Giambi Yankees by 2024 Nestor Cortes and Austin Wells. New signature The biggest explosion A prominent beard was exhibited last week and arrived at the camp.
As of this morning, managing partner Hal Steinbrenner changed his mind. He made the following statement:
“In recent weeks, I have spoken with many of the former and present Yankees (spanning several eras) to elicit their views on our long-standing facial hair and beauty policies and I appreciate their earnest and diverse feedback These recent conversations are an extension of the ongoing internal conversations that go back several years. Ultimately, the final decision is up to me, and after careful consideration, we will modify our expectations so that our players and united personnel can move forward. Now is the right time to transcend the comforts we previously had with our policies.”
The Yankees don’t seem to embrace a complete one Brandon Marsh Or peak “Caveman Captain” Johnny Damon It will be seen soon, but this is the first time in a generation, with some beards sprouting in the camp. The early returns from the Yankees’ quick poll against writer Bryan Hoch suggest that the move is very popular among fans, with about 80% of respondents approving the change.
2. Spring Training Game:
The first spring training game of the year was held yesterday between the Cubs and the Dodgers, and throughout the weekend, the rest of the league will also be in the game. Famous starters announced during this weekend’s match include Yankees Pairs Marcus Stroman Dodge pair Tony Gonsolinboth of them are fighting for rotation venues this spring. Rattlesnakes and Red Sox fans will first learn about the offseason addition Corbin Burnes and Garrett Crochet Devote to their new organization. Marlin right-handed Sandy Alcantara He will make his first appearance since Tommy John’s surgery in 2023. Fans and clubs will also receive the first tasting of the MLB’s automatic ball hit system tested this spring, which can be implemented in the professional year next spring.
3. Miller in Concussion Program:
There was a horrible moment in the game between the Dodgers and the Cubs yesterday Bobby Miller Being hit backwards with a line of 106 mph Michael Busch. The Fortune hit Miller, although the 25-year-old managed to step out of the field under his own strength after a brief hit to the ground. Miller later posted on social media to make sure he was in good condition after the incident, and Bob Nightengale said the right person is still the brain of Major League Baseball (MLB) Oscillation agreement. Miller, Gunsolin and Dustin may It is one of the pitchers hoping to win the final rotation position of Los Angeles this spring, although the live consideration is the second place in the general well-being of players in fearful situations like this.
4. Will Quintana find the right deal?
After the pirate signed the South Claw Andrew Heaney To deepen yesterday’s rotation mix, the report shows that Pittsburgh actually went to Quintana first in order to end the party. The veteran Southpaw reportedly offers a guarantee greater than the Pirates’ 5.25mm Heaney, but when Quintana refused to offer, Bucs was critically brought Heaney into that goal. With Heaney’s market, Quintana is still the most obvious left-handed appetizer now, arguably the best overall starter left on the market. However, since most teams seem to be happy with their depth of starting, can he find the deal he wants?
