In memoriam: Andrew McCutchen's dreadlocks (2007-2015)

There are few things as jarring as a neatly-shorn Andrew McCutchen. So, it's understandable that there was a collective gasp throughout MLB when the former MVP revealed that he'd cut off his dreadlocks -- for charity.

As sad as i hate to see them go, I was ready for a change. I will be donating my locs as well as auctioning them off for a great cause. Watch the video on my Twitter handle for more info. ���������������� #AllMyEmotionsThruEmojis

A photo posted by @thecutch22 on Mar 25, 2015 at 9:41am PDT

To celebrate Cutch's iconic hair, let us look back on the state of his 'do throughout his years as a Pirate:

Andrew McCutchen's hair, 2007-2014

While we're all sad to see it go, Cutch seems to be thrilled. Here he is talking about his decision: