Andrew Abbott vs. Steve Farr — Career Comparison

Andrew Abbott built a career as a starting pitcher and Steve Farr as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Steve Farr led in strikeout rate (K%+ 122 vs 105), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 104 vs 101), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 98 vs 98). Andrew Abbott held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 126 vs 102). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Steve Farr.