Andrew Abbott vs. Brad Hand — Career Comparison

Andrew Abbott built a career as a starting pitcher and Brad Hand 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 76), run prevention (ERA+ 126 vs 98), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 101 vs 87). Brad Hand 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.