As a possible alternative should they seek to add an experienced
relief pitcher to their roster at some point, the Milwaukee
Brewers on Wednesday re-signed Francisco Rodriguez to a minor-
league deal.  The deal is a no-risk move by the Brewers, who
have 30 days to summon Rodriguez, 31, to the majors or grant his
release. Rodriguez, who pitched the last 1 1/2 seasons for the
Brewers, was not offered a job as a free agent over the off-
season and has been in his native Venezuela. He did pitch for
his country in the World Baseball Classic, but that has been his
only competition since last year.  "K-Rod" will report to
Maryvale Baseball Park in Phoenix to work out with the extended
spring training program until ready to pitch. General manager
Doug Melvin said Rodriguez needs to be granted a work visa,
also, before he can be assigned to a minor-league team.  Melvin
wouldn't reveal details of the agreement, but CBS Sports
reported the deal could net Rodriguez more than $2 million if he
makes it to the majors.  Melvin