Brad Arnsberg vs. Philip Humber — Career Comparison

Philip Humber 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. Philip Humber led in walk avoidance (BB%+ 101 vs 85), strikeout rate (K%+ 99 vs 89), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 93 vs 88). Brad Arnsberg held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 133 vs 88). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Philip Humber.