Wilson Alvarez vs. Brian Edmondson — Career Comparison

Wilson Alvarez built a career as a starting pitcher and Brian Edmondson as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Wilson Alvarez led in strikeout rate (K%+ 112 vs 68), run prevention (ERA+ 110 vs 91), and home run suppression (HR9+ 105 vs 90). Brian Edmondson held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 99 vs 71). Role difference aside, Wilson Alvarez holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.