PBATS Leadership Committee Directory

Explore the leadership, initiatives, and members driving PBATS forward.

Research Committee

The Research Committee identifies, curates, and promotes the most impactful sports medicine and performance research relevant to baseball athletic trainers. Their goal is to provide members with evidence-based tools and strategies to enhance player care and injury prevention.

  • PJ Mainville – Chicago Cubs
  • Brad Pearson – Boston Red Sox
  • Paul Buchheit – Philadelphia Phillies

Educational Committee

The Educational Committee plays a vital role in supporting the continued professional growth of PBATS members by developing, coordinating, and promoting educational programming across all levels of the organization. This committee ensures that content is current, relevant, and aligned with the evolving demands of athletic training in professional baseball.

  • Ryan DiPanfilo – Arizona Diamondbacks
  • Kyle Torgerson – Seattle Mariners

Gatorade Advisory Committee

The Gatorade Advisory Committee serves as the liaison between PBATS and our key partner Gatorade, helping to guide product innovation, research collaboration, and education related to sports hydration, recovery, and performance. The committee ensures that PBATS members are informed about the latest advancements in nutritional science while also advocating for the needs of athletic trainers working in professional baseball.

  • PJ Mainville – Chicago Cubs
  • Nick Jensen – Milwaukee Brewers
  • Ben Fraser – Baltimore Orioles

Continuing Education Committee

This committee ensures PBATS members have access to high-quality, relevant continuing education opportunities throughout the year. They design programming that supports professional growth across all levels of experience.

  • George Poulis – Atlanta Braves
  • Mike Sandoval – Tampa Bay Rays

‍Internship Committee

The Internship Committee manages the annual PBATS internship program, which introduces athletic training students to careers in professional baseball. They oversee application processes and placement coordination.

  • David Yeager – Milwaukee Brewers
  • Chad Wolfe – Cleveland Guardians
  • Masa Abe – Minnesota Twins
  • Dave Iannicca – Kansas City Royals

Electronic Medical Records Committee

This committee evaluates and implements best practices in the use of EMR systems across MLB and MiLB. Their work ensures consistency, privacy, and functionality in documentation and player health records.

  • Corey Tremble – Miami Marlins
  • Todd Tomczyk – Pittsburgh Pirates
  • Brian Schulman – Athletics

Spring Training Seminars Committee

The Spring Training Seminar Committee oversees the planning and execution of PBATS’ flagship Spring Training event, which brings together all MLB athletic trainers for a multi-day educational experience.

  • Ryan DiPanfilo – Arizona Diamondbacks

Public Affairs Committee

The Public Affairs Committee manages external communications, trade shows, alumni rings, and overall brand reputation for PBATS. They help shape how the organization is viewed by the public, the media, and key stakeholders.

  • Kyle Turner – Kansas City Royals
  • Jeff Desjardins – Cleveland Guardians
  • Jacob Newburn – Texas Rangers
  • Chris Conroy – St. Louis Cardinals
  • Scott Takao – Chicago White Sox
  • Sam Radbil – PBATS

Minor League Liaison Committee

This committee ensures strong communication and representation between MLB and MiLB athletic trainers. They advocate for minor league ATs and provide support throughout the season.

  • Bryan Housand – Minnesota Twins
  • JoJo Tarantino – San Francisco Giants

International Committee

The International Committee supports the expansion of baseball athletic training across the globe. They address cultural, regulatory, and logistical challenges in global contexts.

  • Rick Griffin – PBATS Alumnus
  • Corey Tremble – Miami Marlins

Website & Communications Committee

This committee ensures that PBATS.com remains up-to-date, user-friendly, and valuable to members, media, and the public. They handle web content, design feedback, and functionality improvements, podcasts, content production, and social media.

  • Corey Tremble – Miami Marlins
  • Joe Rauch – Philadelphia Phillies
  • Sam Radbil – PBATS
  • Jason Daffner – PBATS

Scholarships Committee

The Scholarship Committee oversees PBATS’ efforts to support the next generation of athletic trainers through academic scholarships and educational funding. This committee is committed to identifying passionate, driven students who demonstrate exceptional potential to contribute to the profession of athletic training—particularly within baseball.

  • Mark Shires – PBATS Alumnus
  • Kelly Rhoades – Detroit Tigers
  • Brandon Henry – Boston Red Sox
  • Joe Rauch – Philadelphia Phillies
  • Chris Poole – Baltimore Orioles
  • Chad Wolfe – Cleveland Guardians

All-Star Game Committee

The All-Star Game Committee is responsible for selecting the athletic trainers who will represent PBATS at Major League Baseball’s annual All-Star festivities. This prestigious assignment recognizes excellence in athletic training and celebrates those who have demonstrated outstanding professionalism, leadership, and impact throughout the season.

  • Kevin Rand – PBATS Alumnus

Baseball Team Medicine Conference Committee

This Committee leads PBATS’ involvement in the annual Baseball Team Medicine Conference—one of the premier gatherings of medical professionals in the sport. This committee works closely with MLB, medical partners, and expert presenters to curate a forward-thinking, evidence-based program that addresses the evolving needs of athletic trainers, physicians, and performance staff in professional baseball.

  • Roger Caplinger – Milwaukee Brewers
  • Brad Pearson – Boston Red Sox
  • Mark Letendre – PBATS Alumnus

Partnerships Committee

The Partnership Committee manages PBATS’ relationships with corporate sponsors, product vendors, and strategic partners. This committee ensures that all partnerships align with PBATS’ mission to advance the profession of athletic training in baseball—while providing value to members through innovative products, services, and educational opportunities.

  • Sam Radbil – PBATS
  • Jason Daffner – PBATS

Media Guide & Confidential Directory Committee

This committee manages the development and distribution of two essential PBATS resources: the public-facing Media Guide and the internal Confidential Directory. The Media Guide helps tell the story of athletic training in professional baseball, while the Confidential Directory ensures seamless communication across MLB and MiLB organizations.

  • Sam Radbil – PBATS

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