Michael Blazek vs. Jimmy Nelson — Career Comparison

Jimmy Nelson built a career as a starting pitcher and Michael Blazek 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 87), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 108 vs 94), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 95 vs 88). Michael Blazek held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 113 vs 105). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Jimmy Nelson.