Episode Synopsis "Ep. 33: What Actually Happens at the Winter Meetings"

On the Executive Access podcast, MLB.com's Mark Feinsand details four very different aspects of the annual Winter Meetings. Former Mets and Orioles executive Jim Duquette details the dynamics of the GM's suite and the difficulty of finding a quiet place to talk with other GMs. Meanwhile, Founder and President of O'Connell Sports Management Tom O'Connell describes the process an agent goes through to meet with several different clubs in a very short period of time in order to successfully pitch his free agents. Draft expert for MLB Pipeline Jonathan Mayo examines the significance of the Rule 5 Draft and its role in the Winter Meetings. MLB Network and MLB.com national reporter Jon Paul Morosi breaks down the art of chasing a lead while waiting for the elevator with team executives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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