Somewhat surprised that all this guy could get is a minor league deal.
Belliard signs minor deal with Nationals
http://www.tsn.ca/mlb/news_story/?ID=196738&hubname=mlb
Second baseman Ronnie Belliard agreed to a non-guaranteed, minor league contract with the Washington Nationals on Sunday that will pay him US$750,000 if he makes the team
The Cardinals acquired him from the Cleveland Indians on July 30; he hit a combined .272 with 30 doubles, 13 homers and 67 RBIs with the two teams in 2006.