Brad Arnsberg vs. Jake Odorizzi — Career Comparison

Jake Odorizzi 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. Jake Odorizzi led in strikeout rate (K%+ 103 vs 89), walk avoidance (BB%+ 94 vs 85), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 96 vs 88). Brad Arnsberg held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 133 vs 103). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Jake Odorizzi.