Reliever Shawn Kelley, who was designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals after a mound tantrum last week, was traded to the Oakland Athletics on Sunday.
The trade was finalized after Kelley cleared waivers and the Nationals were free to deal him to any of the other 29 clubs. Baseball's non-waiver trade deadline ended Tuesday, and all players have to be exposed to the waiver process in August before being dealt.
Washington's return for Kelley was international slot money. Washington also sent cash to Oakland. To clear a spot on their 40-man roster, the A's placed outfielder Jake Smolinski on the 60-day disabled list with a blood clot in his left calf.