Brad Arnsberg vs. David Cone — Career Comparison

David Cone built a career as a starting pitcher and Brad Arnsberg as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. David Cone led in strikeout rate (K%+ 126 vs 89), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 105 vs 88), and home run suppression (HR9+ 106 vs 97). Brad Arnsberg held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 133 vs 111). Role difference aside, David Cone holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.