I could still see a trade for the simple reason it would allow Sunderland to show they got something for Reilly as opposed to letting him walk for nothing. Even if BC knew they would get Reilly's signature on Tuesday they could still cobble together a package of pieces that while amounting to no loss on their end could have value to the Esks. Jennings obviously is not in BC's plans but could be high on Edmonton's FA shopping list if they were to lose Reilly. If so getting his negotiating rights prior to free agency would have value as I think they could quickly sign him. I could be wrong but I think Elimimian who is under contract would likely be an SMS casualty. Tack on another piece like a later draft pick or perhaps a neg list player and you might have something that effectively costs BC nothing while getting the
Eskimos something for Reilly as opposed to nothing. Question is would Hervey be that charitable?