Pujols not in rush to extend contract

Slugger Albert Pujols says the St. Louis Cardinals are interested in extending his contract during the winter, but he is in no rush to make a decision.

Pujols spoke to Dominican Republic radio station about the situation Wednesday. He still has a year left on his contract for 2010 and a club option for 2011.

Pujols signed a seven-year contract in 2003 worth $100 million US but says money is not a priority for his next contract.

He says he prefers to play for a competitive team that can advance to the post-season.

The 29-year-old hit .327 with 47 home runs and 135 RBIs this season for the Cardinals. He is in the running to be named the National League's most valuable player.