Bobby Ayala vs. Larry Dierker — Career Comparison

Larry Dierker built a career as a starting pitcher and Bobby Ayala as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Bobby Ayala led in strikeout rate (K%+ 113 vs 105), walk avoidance (BB%+ 109 vs 102), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 101 vs 98). Larry Dierker held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 104 vs 92). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Bobby Ayala.