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Magglio A Met?

According to today's New York Post, Jim Duquette said on WFAN Tuesday that the Mets top offseason priority would be to add a power bat. "We've got to find another bat, there's no question. It's got to be a middle-of-the-lineup bat." When asked about Chicago White Sox outfielder and free agent-to-be Magglio Ordonez, The Duke said:

"That's a good name. I like that name. We'll be watching him. I wish he were healthy for the rest of the year. But he is a proven hitter. He would look nice."

The Mets should seriously consider resigning Richard Hidalgo when the season ends and, unless Cliff Floyd gets his wish and is traded to an AL club where he could DH, there won't be much room for a run-producing outfielder. The Mets have a big hole, both offensively and defensively, at first base, and they might do well to court a power bat there such as Richie Sexson.

Wholesale changes to the left-handed portion of the Mets bullpen should be a big priority this offseason, but no mention was made to that end by Duquette.