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Tim Lincecum's Comeback Could Be Well-Timed Coup for MLB Contender

Like Sasquatch, Jimmy Hoffa or Luke Skywalker in that new Star Wars movie, Tim Lincecum is an enigma. A myth. A phantom shrouded in mystery.

We know he's recovering from offseason hip surgery. We know he's a free agent. And we know he's been throwing regularly, far from the prying eyes of scouts and media types.

We've also been hearing for months that the two-time National League Cy Young winner will hold a showcase for prospective suitors. Here's the most recent update, courtesy of MLB Network's Jon Heyman:

Lincecum intrigue: Tim was spotted throwing on #SFGiants fields in Ariz (and a few other places).