Andrew Abbott vs. Jeff Dedmon — Career Comparison

Andrew Abbott built a career as a starting pitcher and Jeff Dedmon as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Andrew Abbott led in strikeout rate (K%+ 105 vs 78), run prevention (ERA+ 126 vs 101), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 98 vs 87). Jeff Dedmon held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 121 vs 97). Role difference aside, Andrew Abbott holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.