Willie: We don't need any trades  —  ATLANTA - The nonwaiver trading deadline arrives at 4p.m. today, and while their crosstown rivals have made a splash in acquiring Bobby Abreu and Cory Lidle, Mets insiders have consistently downplayed the likelihood of a deal - especially one that rivals Abreu's relocation to the Bronx.

Tigers acquire Casey from Pirates  —  The Tigers, completing their quest to add a left-handed hitter, acquired first baseman Sean Casey from the Pirates on Monday for a minor-league pitcher, FOXSports.com has learned.  —  The deal is expected to be one of several completed by the Pirates before Monday's non-waiver deadline at 4 p.m.

Deal nothing more than a salary saver  —  Trade?  OK.  That's what the press release called it.  That's what Phillies general manager Pat Gillick called it.  And that's what the New York Yankees will probably call it two months from now, when they talk about the key moves that allowed …

Trade winds not gusting: But rumors swirl about 3-way deal  —  With the non-waivers trading deadline rapidly approaching, the Red Sox continued to generate plenty of smoke but still no bonfire that would signal a blockbuster many are expecting.  —  The juiciest rumors …

As deadline looms, where will Soriano end up?  —  The circus ends at 4 p.m. Monday.  —  Either Alfonso Soriano will be a National, or he won't.  —  One rival executive predicts that the Nationals will either make a killer trade or one so poor that 15 teams will end up thinking they could have offered a better package for Soriano.

Reds acquire Cormier to bolster bullpen  —  The Reds, continuing efforts to bolster their bullpen, acquired left-hander Rheal Cormier from the Phillies on Monday for right-hander Justin Germano, FOXSports.com has learned.  —  Cormier, 39, becomes the fourth reliever added …

Willis' suitors down to deadline  —  PHILADELPHIA - Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria was adamant Saturday when he said pitcher Dontrelle Willis would not be traded.  —  That loyalty to his highest-paid player and most marketable pitcher will be tested, right until today's 4 p.m. trade deadline.

Astros' fears may have stopped Tejada deal  —  The Astros are out of the Miguel Tejada sweepstakes.  —  "It's over," an Astros official told FOXSports.com Sunday night.  "We told them we're not dealing with them anymore."  —  The Astros' frustration apparently stemmed from their belief …

Outfield options in flux  —  On a 2-1 count, Trot Nixon reached for a John Lackey pitch, winced as his he finished his swing, and immediately grabbed his right biceps.  Terry Francona left the dugout and quickly returned with Nixon at his side, perhaps thinking what most people were — not again.

Reasonable goal: .500 at home  —  In the midst of the longest homestand of the season (11 games), the Cubs have rejuvenated thoughts about someday reaching the .500 mark at the supposed "Friendly Confines" of Wrigley Field.  —  With four straight victories over the Cardinals, they improved to 21-28, so the goal is a lofty one.

Shealy looks gone by trade deadline  —  Ryan Shealy may finally get his wish to contribute to the Rockies' playoff push - by landing Colorado a bullpen reinforcement.  —  Kansas City and Pittsburgh continue to pursue Shealy, and he remains on the back burner for Baltimore and the New York Yankees …