Brad Arnsberg vs. Jason Simontacchi — Career Comparison

Jason Simontacchi 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. Brad Arnsberg led in run prevention (ERA+ 133 vs 91), home run suppression (HR9+ 97 vs 83), and strikeout rate (K%+ 89 vs 75). Jason Simontacchi held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 105 vs 85). Role difference aside, Brad Arnsberg holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.