I reckon a Redneck repair using straight pipes is better than getting a self supporting muffler since it is $200 PN 595139 Starter side outlet PN 595138 Oil Filter side outlet.
Just make sure you have some ear plugs handy and the neighbors are gone when mowing.
Now be careful looking up the 595139 muffler as it can come back as a Kenmore freezer muffler as they are using the same part number.