Jeff Bennett vs. Jimmy Nelson — Career Comparison

Jimmy Nelson built a career as a starting pitcher and Jeff Bennett as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jimmy Nelson led in strikeout rate (K%+ 105 vs 74), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 108 vs 90), and run prevention (ERA+ 105 vs 94). Jeff Bennett held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 133 vs 119). Role difference aside, Jimmy Nelson holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.