Starting pitcher Luke Hochevar, who hasn't pitched since June 11, could be ready to rejoin the Royals' staff soon, or at least by September. "[He's] pretty close," manager Ned Yost said. "He's throwing a side session, then after that another side session and live batting practice and then another live BP. Then he might go out." That's not immediate but gives a rough time line for Hochevar's upcoming schedule. Hochevar last pitched in Cincinnati, going four innings and giving up four runs on six hits before leaving with a right elbow sprain. He's made only 13 starts, posting a 5-4 record and 4.96 ERA. Read more: http://kansascity.royals.mlb.com/ne...=13558602&vkey=notebook_hou&fext=.jsp&c_id=kc
