David Aardsma vs. Framber Valdez — Career Comparison

Framber Valdez built a career as a starting pitcher and David Aardsma as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Framber Valdez led in home run suppression (HR9+ 183 vs 114), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 125 vs 99), and run prevention (ERA+ 132 vs 109). David Aardsma held the edge in strikeout rate (K%+ 120 vs 106). Role difference aside, Framber Valdez holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.