Fernando Arroyo vs. Tim Byrdak — Career Comparison

Fernando Arroyo built a career as a starting pitcher and Tim Byrdak as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Tim Byrdak led in strikeout rate (K%+ 114 vs 58), run prevention (ERA+ 116 vs 96), and home run suppression (HR9+ 96 vs 91). Fernando Arroyo held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 132 vs 78). Role difference aside, Tim Byrdak holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.