Mike Bielecki vs. Luther Hackman — Career Comparison

Mike Bielecki built a career as a starting pitcher and Luther Hackman as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Mike Bielecki led in strikeout rate (K%+ 89 vs 76), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 94 vs 86), and home run suppression (HR9+ 109 vs 101). Luther Hackman held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 95 vs 87). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Mike Bielecki.