New York, New York" after every Yankees game as the fans exit the stadium, regardless of whether the team loses or wins, has been a tradition. On 23 February 2025, however, it was announced that the New York Yankees would only play the song after the home victories.

Two days after the club announced an end to its longtime facial-hair ban, the Yankees confirmed that they no longer will play Frank Sinatra’s iconic version of “New York, New York” after losses at Yankee Stadium.

From now on, the Yankees will celebrate being the kings of the hill only if they've earned it. As announced this week, the Major League Baseball team has decided to end its tradition of playing Frank Sinatra‘s "New York,