In November 2003, he accompanied general manager Theo Epstein to Arizona to persuade pitcher Curt Schilling to accept a trade to the Red Sox, spending Thanksgiving at Schilling's home in what was eventually a successful effort.
In November 2003, he traveled with general manager Theo Epstein to Arizona to convince pitcher Curt Schilling to join the Red Sox team. They spent Thanksgiving together at Schilling's house, which ultimately led to a successful trade deal.