That is an almost impossible thought to get your mind around. But there it is.

There are certain conditions. After the All-Star break, manager Bruce Bochy should give Lincecum two starts on the big-league squad. If Lincecum dazzles, then OK, he stays in the majors.

But if he gets murdered, something he has specialized in this season, the Giants should demote him.

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