Fernando Abad vs. Jason Simontacchi — Career Comparison

Jason Simontacchi built a career as a starting pitcher and Fernando Abad as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Fernando Abad led in run prevention (ERA+ 127 vs 91), home run suppression (HR9+ 108 vs 83), and strikeout rate (K%+ 94 vs 75). Jason Simontacchi held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 105 vs 102). Role difference aside, Fernando Abad holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.