Yankees scrapping another long-standing tradition after beard policy revision

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When Game 5 of the World Series ended with the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrating at Yankee Stadium, every fan of the pinstripes had to hear Frank Sinatra’s timeless "New York, New York" ring out as they exited their seats. 

If losing the World Series was not enough, hearing that song, which is played win or loss at Yankee Stadium throughout the season, poured salt on the wound for some. 

Well, it seems that Yankees tradition will be no more, as a team spokesman confirmed to the New York Post on Sunday that "Theme From New York, New York" will not play after losses in the Bronx. 

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In a classic pose, Frank Sinatra smokes a cigarette as he plays piano in the movie "Young at Heart." (Getty)

Instead, a rotation of songs will be played after the Yankees lose at home. An example was Sinatra’s iconic tune, "That’s Life," which played after Sunday’s spring training loss to the Detroit Tigers at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida. 

The Yankees have been a team with long-standing tradition, and it remains that way. However, some tweaks to those traditions are being made, and the song blaring over the Yankee Stadium speakers is just the latest.

The biggest change, which has been called for by many on and off the field, is a new facial hair policy. 

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The move was considered stunning because, since 1976, facial hair other than a mustache was not allowed by any Yankees player, coach or staff member. Now, general managing partner Hal Steinbrenner announced on Friday that a "well-groomed" beard can be seen on a