"Carlos Beltran already escaped one ownership mess with the New York Mets. Now the Giants, his current club, are in the midst of their second palace revolt in three seasons.

Beltran insisted the stunning ouster of managing partner Bill Neukom would have no bearing on whether he re-signs with the Giants as a free agent after the season.

But in a revealing interview with this newspaper, the All-Star outfielder said he couldn't envision returning to the Giants unless management makes one or more other significant additions to address the worst offense in the major leagues.

Beltran left no doubt: It wouldn't be enough for Giants management to pin hopes on re-signing him plus banking on and health and production from catcher Buster Posey and second baseman Freddy Sanchez.

"I would consider this organization for sure, because the pitching is unbelievable, and adding those guys back, of course you're adding more offense to the ballclub," Beltran said."