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As the discussion unfolded, it became clear that the free agency period is a time of great excitement for both fans and executives in baseball. Duquette expressed a passion for this phase, highlighting the adrenaline rush it brings to GMs like himself. "Baseball is a 12-month sport," he noted, emphasizing how each year has its own unique cycle, from winter meetings to the hot stove rumors that dominate discussions.