For the first time in 50 years, a team that takes pride in a clean-cut look will allow players to grow beards.

MORE: Daughter reacts to seeing dad without his beard for the first time The new policy statement from Hal Steinbrenner did not make it entirely clear what would be allowed as far as long hair.

When Williams was asked if he abide by the Yankees’ long-standing appearance ... All of the Yankees can grow beards. On the morning of the Yankees’ first spring game, owner Hal Steinbrenner ...

And beloved first baseman Don Mattingly was famously ... end decided to make a change some might consider long overdue. "I heard why (facial hair) is important to this generation," he says.

Matt Damon supported longtime bestie Ben Affleck at the South by Southwest premiere of The Accountant 2 and showcased his grown out beard while walking the film festival’s red carpet.