Yankees players reportedly request an alternate jersey, bucking team history
CBS Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Some Yankees players have requested permission from the front office to wear alternate uniforms occasionally during road games, according to The Athletic.
- The Yankees are known for their strict adherence to tradition, including having only two uniforms (home and road) and no names on the back of their jerseys.
- Unlike most MLB teams, the Yankees have not adopted City Connect uniforms, partly due to their strong connection to tradition and the Athletics' lack of a true home city.
- The players' request involves wearing alternate uniforms similar to their batting practice tops, which are already available for purchase on the MLB Shop.
- The decision to allow alternate jerseys rests with Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner, following recent small relaxations in team policies such as facial hair rules and adding a jersey sponsor.
