In a July 2008 Sports Illustrated cover story, Tom Verducci called Lincecum "the most fascinating pitcher in Baseball."
The piece continued: "Not since Mark (the Bird) Fidrych spoke to baseballs, manicured mounds and baffled hitters more than 30 years ago has a pitcher been this consistent and this captivating from the start of his career."
Lincecum, who won back-to-back National league Cy Young awards during his first three seasons, continues to impress with dominating performances so far in the 2010 season.
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