Andrew Abbott vs. Keith Comstock — Career Comparison

Andrew Abbott built a career as a starting pitcher and Keith Comstock as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Keith Comstock led in strikeout rate (K%+ 142 vs 105), home run suppression (HR9+ 117 vs 97), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 113 vs 101). Andrew Abbott held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 126 vs 107). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Keith Comstock.