In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, join us as we sit down with Shawn Fcasni, Manager of Sports Medicine and Performance at Major League Baseball. Shawn oversees the health and well-being of all Minor League Baseball umpires and is also involved at the Major League Baseball level. With over 20 years of experience in the field of athletic training, Shawn shares his insights on the career path of an athletic trainer, his time with the Philadelphia Phillies, a welcome to the big leagues moment, and the unique challenges faced by MLB and MiLB umpires as they navigate a grueling baseball schedule. Shawn shares additional knowledge about umpire training and how his team works to keep umpires at the top of their game to make baseball the best sport it can be. Get an inside look at the world of sports medicine and performance as it relates to umpires, as well as players.
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