If there are a few words to describe Mike Hazen, the general manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks, these might be careful, cautious, thoughtful.
Knowing the Diamondbacks suffered through a difficult season a year ago and several paid with their jobs for the result, Hazen is taking measured steps in an attempt the right the ship. As the winter meetings conclude in suburban Washington, Hazen did not make a big splash, kept a low profile but entertained valuable discussions under the radar screen.
Because few significant trades and free agent signings are accomplished during the meetings, and an event which many considered as grossly overrated, Hazen has engaged more in conversation.