The Giants are far along in discussions for free-agent outfielder Aaron Rowand, having spoken to his representative several times since last week's Winter Meetings. The Giants are hoping to renovate their major league-worst lineup without sacrificing right-hander Tim Lincecum, who could be traded at any time to Toronto for outfielder Alex Rios. Toronto has left the Lincecum proposal on the table for more than a week and continues to await Sabean's response. Sabean did not return a call seeking comment Monday, but last week he characterized the chances of trading Lincecum as "growing less and less with each passing day."