The San Francisco Giants prized pitching prospect Tim Lincecum has been called up to the big leagues and is scheduled to pitch his MLB debut Sunday at home vs the Phillies.

Why are Giants fans so excited about Lincecum? The 22 year old Lincecum won the amateur player of the year award last year for the University of Washington. The Giants drafted him 10th overall in 2006. This year he has been absolutely dominating AAA in Fresno. He has allowed just 12 hits and 1 run in 31 innings while striking out 46. In his most recent start he struck out 14 in 6 innings.

The 5'10" Lincecum is known for his wild windup and his very high velocity. He is known as "Seabiscuit" and "Tim the Enchanter."

Giants fans are hoping that Barry Zito will be part of a new "Big 3" in San Francisco this one with the very young Matt Cain and Tim Lincecum.