RetroDreams: Talk about going the extra mile; you went the extra marathon! I hope you did it for your
own understanding. That took alot of time. I looked at it too but couldn't come to any conclusion. I actually thought your first response made more sense. I still wonder why the trade checker doesn't include it because they are usually very accurate. Anyway; thank you. The site is better for your efforts.
The links below are for Terrell Brandon who still hasn't been officially declared retired due to medical causes(and so it isn't the exact situation...yet (but still are related and interesting). I recommend them to get an understanding of why a team would consider trading for a player who will probably never play again.
Brandon still tradeable asset
Brandon's net worth
Terrell Brandon's days numbered