Fernando Arroyo vs. Buddy Boshers — Career Comparison

Fernando Arroyo built a career as a starting pitcher and Buddy Boshers as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Buddy Boshers led in strikeout rate (K%+ 92 vs 58), walk avoidance (BB%+ 159 vs 132), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 110 vs 93). Fernando Arroyo held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 96 vs 88). Role difference aside, Buddy Boshers holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.