Danny Barnes vs. Philip Humber — Career Comparison

Philip Humber built a career as a starting pitcher and Danny Barnes as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Philip Humber led in walk avoidance (BB%+ 101 vs 88), home run suppression (HR9+ 93 vs 82), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 93 vs 87). Danny Barnes held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 95 vs 88). Role difference aside, Philip Humber holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.