Saw him pitch recently and gave us this Royal review.

What's interesting is it sounds like Carl's got a major league repertoire. Fastball 91-94 and can touch 95. Change-up and curveball that he can throw for strikes. He says it's all just coming together for him now. I'd like to hear what a scout says about his stuff, but superficially, it seems he's the real deal. Now he just needs to earn his promotions quickly due to his age. Regardless, I'll be keeping an eye on this intriguing pitcher.

Not saying the Royals could have been serious bidders here, but might this be a cautionary tale? Many have panned this offseason's FA starting pitching, but can the Royals afford to wait to make a splash?

Omaha Storm Chasers vs Nashville Sounds - August 21. Full gallery here.

$14 million shelled out to draftees from June 2011 - only the Pirates and Nats spent more.

Caption contest! What the heck is going on here with Kila Ka'aihue and Kurt Mertins? First one to make reference to Brokeback Mountain loses! (More Chasers pics here)