MLB.com's Adam McCalvy reports that the Brewers are close to re-signing reliever Francisco Rodriguez.

It will be a minor league contract if K-Rod passes his physical. The 31-year-old right-hander struggled to attract interest this offseason, but the Brewers are now desperate for bullpen help. Rodriguez could eventually become a ninth-inning option for Milwaukee if Jim Henderson doesn't pan out and John Axford can't get right.

According to Jon Heyman of CBS Sports, free agent reliever Francisco Rodriguez has been drawing interest from numerous teams, including the Brewers, Angels and Marlins.

Rodriguez struggled in the first half of the 2012 season, but pitched much better down the stretch run. He also showed improved velocity, which carried over into his stint pitching for Team Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic. Still just 31-years-old, and with 294 career saves on his resume, he could upgrade many struggling bullpens around the league and shouldn't be out of work for long. Those in deep leagues who are speculating on saves should monitor this situation closely.

ESPNNewYork.com's Adam Rubin reports that the Mets have Francisco Rodriguez on their radar, but a deal is unlikely.

Rubin says K-Rod's agent, Scott Boras, "is believed to still be seeking about $7 million" for his client, which is apparently more than the Mets are willing to fork out. New York is also considering Brian Wilson and Jose Valverde, who appears to be at the top of the club's wish list.