Scott Alexander vs. Framber Valdez — Career Comparison

Framber Valdez built a career as a starting pitcher and Scott Alexander as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Framber Valdez led in strikeout rate (K%+ 106 vs 81), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 125 vs 119), and run prevention (ERA+ 132 vs 129). Scott Alexander held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 232 vs 183). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Framber Valdez.