Former Seattle Stud pitcher, Tim Lincecum has more than enough reasons to smile lately. The 5’11, 160lb. right-handed hurler is receiving some much deserved attention concerning the upcoming Major League Draft. Last year, Lincecum was a draft-eligible sophomore and was selected by the Cleveland Indians in the 42nd round. Following an impressive performance in the Cape Cod League, Lincecum made the decision to return to the University of Washington for his junior season. It's a move that has paid off, as Lincecum's name has been mentioned notably among the top draft prospects in the nation.

In Lincecum’s MLB.com journal chronicling his experiences leading up to the 2006 First-Year Player Draft he writes, “The next few weeks leading up to the draft are going to be exciting, but tough. Finals are around the corner and I've got some pretty heavy studying to do as well as trying to help get us into the postseason.”

Lincecum played for the Seattle Studs in the summer of 2004.  When asked what made Lincecum such a standout player Stud Manager Barry Aden said “His flexibility and a one of a kind body.”  Aden also said that Lincecum is “Great to coach because he loves baseball and loves to compete.”  Aden predicts Lincecum will be a first round draft pick because his numbers are tremendous compared to everyone else and he is sure he will not be passed up.  When asked what Lincecum’s chances are of receiving the College Player of the Year honors Aden said, “I can’t imagine anyone else having a better season.”

 With all the media attention Lincecum has received around the Draft it is amazing he’s found the time to do a little record breaking on the side. On May 19^th Lincecum broke the single-season wins record with his 12th victory of the year as the Washington baseball team beat Pacific, 5-3.  Lincecum has managed to stay focused on the game and team he loves best.  In his MLB.com journal Lincecum wrote, “…we've still got some unfinished business to take care of up here at UW if we want to reach our goal of Omaha.I can't think of anything better than helping the University of Washington get to Omaha for a chance to play in the College World Series. Man, that would be awesome!”