Yankees set to break tradition, tweak iconic away uniform
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- January 23, 2024
- 11:30 am
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In an unexpected move for the traditionally conservative New York Yankees, the 2024 season will see a notable alteration to their road jerseys. Reported by Paul Lukas of Uni Watch, the Yankees are set to remove the white outlining from the chest lettering and back numbers, a feature that has been part of their uniform since 1973. This change signifies a return to a more simplistic and classic look, reminiscent of the pre-1973 era.
The decision to strip back these elements aligns with the team’s long-standing reputation for maintaining a timeless and understated aesthetic. The Yankees have seldom deviated from their traditional uniform design, making this move particularly noteworthy for both fans and sports fashion observers.
A nod to Yankees historical roots
This shift marks a rare occasion where the Yankees have actively modified their iconic uniform set. The introduction of the white outline and sleeve trim in 1973 coincided with the team’s transition from flannel to stretch knits, representing a modernization effort at the time. Now, nearly five decades later, the reversal of these elements reflects a desire to reconnect with the team’s historical roots.
![Yankees Away Jersey](https://pinstripesnation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FAat0g5XEAI9hL-1.jpg)
The change is not just about aesthetics; it’s a statement about the Yankees’ identity and values. By reverting to a more traditional design, the team is reinforcing its connection to a rich and storied past, honoring the simplicity and elegance that have defined the Yankees for generations.
The Yankees will be making changes to their road uniform for the first time since 2015, per @UniWatch
— Talkin' Yanks (@TalkinYanks) January 23, 2024
The team will be eliminating the white outlining on "New York" and the uniform number, and the sleeve trim will also be gone pic.twitter.com/ccvmGEc6FN
Final thoughts
As the 2024 baseball season approaches, all eyes will be on them – not just for their performance on the field, but also for their sartorial choices. This update to their road jerseys, subtle yet significant, is a testament to the enduring power of simplicity and tradition in sports uniforms. Whether this change will be embraced by fans and historians alike remains to be seen, but it certainly adds an intriguing chapter to the storied history of the New York Yankees’ iconic uniforms.
The Yankees added the white outline and sleeve striping to their road jerseys in 1974.
— Dan Rourke (@DanAlanRourke) January 23, 2024
They are now getting rid of that and going back to this. The Yankees are fuckin back pic.twitter.com/2Ca8SaoKHW
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One thought on “Yankees set to break tradition, tweak iconic away uniform”
Wait! After what we learned today, MLB allowed Nike/Fanatics to redo our unis again. White is no longer White. I wonder what color are the pinstripes this year.