By Matt Rappa, Sports Talk Philly editor 
The Philadelphia Phillies' Aaron Nola will not only take the mound for the first time in the 2019 regular season on Thursday with a new multi-year contract extension, but also with a new partnership with Yuengling, America's oldest brewery located in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.
On Monday, the right-hander has partnered with Yuengling as their newest brand ambassador; he is one of the first active Major League Baseball players to have a partnership with a beer brand, notes WNEP's Chase Senior.
Meet our newest brand ambassador, @AaronNola027. We couldn’t be more excited about having the ace pitcher join our team. To celebrate, we’re giving away a Yuengling vending machine to a super fan. Stay tuned in the coming weeks to learn more. pic.twitter.com/cnWO3y8AsU
— Yuengling Brewery (@Yuengling_Beer) March 25, 2019
Nola's partnership comes after Major League Baseball recently lifted its ban on active players endorsing alcohol brands, notes ESPN's Darren Rovell.
Wendy Yuengling, sixth generation daughter, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., said the company "couldn't be more excited to welcome Aaron into the Yuengling family. "This year marks our 190th anniversary as America's Oldest Brewery, and our partnership with Aaron is one of the many ways we are celebrating the milestone this year," she said.
"We can't wait for the start of baseball season and to cheer Aaron and the Phillies on with a cold Yuengling beer."
