Lincecum Vs. Haren: Who Has The Inside Track On The N.L. Cy Young?

Tim Lincecum's quest for a second-straight Cy Young Award involves competition with some of the same pitchers from last year, such as Johan Santana. However, in 2009, some unexpected challengers have emerged, such as Saint Louis' Joel Pineiro and Lincecum's own team-mate Matt Cain.

But by far the biggest obstacle in the repeat campaign has been rejuvenated former A's pitcher Dan Haren, who is having a career year in almost every category.

Comparing Lincecum and Haren is easier than comparing, say, 2008 Cliff Lee and 2008 Lincecum, since not only are Tim and Dan in the same league, but are also in the same division.

They have also made eighteen starts each.

But although Lincecum was selected as the starter for the National League, Haren's firs...

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