Last night Tim Lincecum won his 8th game of the year - pitching 7 innings of one-run ball. Timmy was selected 10th overall in 2006, just two drafts ago. This guy, here we go again, is incredible. He's not a big guy, about 5'9 and well under 200 lbs. In all the games that he has pitched after a Giants loss, the Giants have won. His era is hovering just about 2 runs a game. If he doesn't make it to the all-star game this year, non of the Giants should. Well, ok, Benji could go. He's been fantastic. And I really like Aaron Rowand (who just finally started to get recognition for what he's done on the field this year, as well as the leadership and intensity he brings to their dugout). Rowand had a thigh or hip strain yesterday, he came out in the 6th or 7th, but he's playing with broken ribs and is hitting about .330 - and this after reaching .342 about a week ago! Near the NL leaders, along with Molina.
Anyhow, with this years first-year draft the Giants' future potentially looks great. Lincecum and Cain are still not 25, yet. They have some brilliant relievers in Brian Wilson (ok, hum that Beach Boys song you know and love) and Alex Hinshaw. And don't forget Valdez, on the mend, who finally was given a chance to pitch in the majors and sports an era under 2. The pieces all have to fall into place. But for the Giants, just having the possible pieces to make up a great ball club is more than encouraging. With their first two picks, as mentioned yesterday, the catcher and 3rd base spot may be covered for a long time.
Lately, the Giants are playing better on the road than in their huge, spacious ball park by the bay. Let's see what they can do today, with another young phenom Jonathon Sanchez.
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