Lincecum was tagged for seven hits and six earned runs over 3.1 innings by Kansas City on Sunday. He walked three and punched out two. Lincecum has had only one decent start over his last four assignments. The right-hander has lasted only 17 innings in that span, while allowing 23 hits and 20 earned runs. With the Giants off twice this coming week, Lincecum won't pitch again until Sunday in a home encounter with Philadelphia.