The MSP-LAX commute is cake, no commuters and tons of flights. You'll be able to commute the day of your trip and get home the same day your trip ends 95% of the time. I've heard that you can expect 16 days off after doing one month of reserve. Doesn't Compass have flows left too? What like 100 or something? That will cause quick movement - I wouldn't wait, you'll probably upgrade in 4 months if you get on now. Plus all tha AA flying they need to ramp up for - your timing couldn't be better.