(CBS) -- The Dodgers have designated infielder Ronnie Belliard for assignment according to MLB.com's Ken Gurnick.

Belliard hit .216 with 2 HRs this season and signed a one-year deal worth over $800,000 before the 2010 season.

The move frees up a 40-man roster spot for outfielder Trent Oeltjen.