The New York Mets have substantially revamped their medical staff by restructuring their training staff, as well as bringing in someone to oversee the entire medical side of the operation.
The biggest move, reported by Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, is the hiring of former US Army supervisor Jim Cavallini to serve as director of performance and sports science. Cavallini is expected to oversee all medical matters from sleep science to injury rehabilitation. Previously, he has worked as a strength coach at the University of Virginia and the University of Iowa.
Additionally, longtime Mets staffer Brian Chicklo has been promoted to head trainer.