Happy Aubrey Huff says he'd love to be re-signed

Aubrey Huff has had such a good time as a Giant, he doesn't want it to end.

"I would love to be back here," Huff said when asked about 2011.

"I was talking with Pat Burrell, saying, 'Wouldn't it be a kick if we could finish our careers here?' We're really enjoying it. I know I am. I'd love to be back. But it's up to the front office. I've just got to go out and play my game and see what happens."

Huff, 33, has been a Giant for only 67 games, but it's enough of a sample size to convince him he wants to stay. The Giants, who signed him for $3 million, have appreciated his feats and flexibility.

He has statistics comparable to those of Albert Pujols. Huff tops Pujols in average (.311-.302), slugging percentage (.549-.540), doubles (16-15) and triples (2-0) and trails in homers (15-12). The biggest difference was walks (53-35 in favor of Pujols), because of Pujols' 21 intentional passes (two for Huff).

"I think I get pitched to more than he does. Let's be honest," Huff said.

One reason for Huff's success might be his weight loss. He said he's 215 pounds and ended last year 230.

"And, obviously, a lot has to do with being happy," said Huff, who has played most of his career on losing teams. "This is the first time in a long time I've actually been happy playing baseball. I have a chance to go out there every day and win."



(sfgate.com)