Ian Anderson vs. Brad Boxberger — Career Comparison

Ian Anderson built a career as a starting pitcher and Brad Boxberger as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Brad Boxberger led in strikeout rate (K%+ 138 vs 95), run prevention (ERA+ 123 vs 99), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 89 vs 76). Ian Anderson held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 114 vs 89). Role difference aside, Brad Boxberger holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.