Transactions, August 1

4:27 am

Darth Tater -- Placed outfielder Trot Nixon on the disabled list.
Tuck's Friars -- Placed pitcher Scott Kazmir on the disabled list. Signed pitcher John Smoltz of the Atlanta Braves.
the Mesocyclones -- Placed 2nd baseman Rickie Weeks on the disabled list. Activated from the disabled list and released catcher Danny Ardoin. Signed 2nd baseman Todd Walker of the San Diego Padres.
the Nasties -- Declared 3rd baseman Morgan Ensberg ineligible (minor league assignment)