Don't look now, but after a very rough start, Rowdy appears to have adjusted to High A. (See link for tonight's Hochevar-esqe performance.) His overall numbers appear decent, but it's especially impressive if you take into account how bad he was at the start of the season.

Could we see him in AA this year?

In other news, former top Royals pitching prospect Carlos Rosa also appears to be getting over his bout with suckitude he's been fighting for the last several weeks. His peripherals are starting to round out to a respectable level after a few disastrous weeks.

I'd like see Rosa, Hayes (and Kila) as regulars at the major league level very soon.

Finally, trade Olivo NOW! Buck is pretty much done with his rehab, B. Pena has proven himself capable of the backup catcher role, and with his recent power surge, Olivo will never have a higher trade value. Do it for the children.