Mauer said he hears from the fans constantly. Most are supportive. But some are growing irritated because he has yet to agree to terms. Joe is starting to get some of those letters that begin: “You no good, greedy so and so …”

“You see some of that,” he said with a smile. “You get a lot of different responses. The majority of people want me to stay and play here. But they’re so worried about what’s going to happen down the road. I’m worried about 2010. I come into the clubhouse every day trying to prepare for this season. What happens with the team is much more important than what happens with me as an individual.

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