Mets Could Target Micah Hoffpauir

Hoffpauir could be had, but it would most likely cost the Mets more than they want to give up--specifically, Bobby Parnell.

The Mets are rumored to be dangling Jon Niese in current "feeler talks" around the league.

The Cubs, who need another bullpen arm (they are 26th in bullpen ERA), would be excellent trade partners if the Mets are willing to deal Parnell and receive a low level minor leaguer in addition to Hoffpauir in return.

Personally, I believe the Mets should stay the course until true necessity dictates otherwise.

2009 Season Stats
SPLITS	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	CS	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS
Season	26	68	9	21	5	0	4	13	7	12	0	0	.309	.368	.559	.927
Career	59	141	23	46	13	0	6	21	13	36	1	0	.326	.385	.546	.931
Last 7 days	3	7	4	3	0	0	1	2	2	1	0	0	.429	.556	.857	1.413
Projected	152	398	53	123	29	0	23	76	41	70	0	0	.309	.368	.559	.927