Bronson Arroyo vs. Brian Bruney — Career Comparison

Bronson Arroyo built a career as a starting pitcher and Brian Bruney as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Bronson Arroyo led in walk avoidance (BB%+ 148 vs 65), run prevention (ERA+ 100 vs 87), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 85 vs 82). Brian Bruney held the edge in strikeout rate (K%+ 107 vs 77). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Bronson Arroyo.