Jerry Blevins vs. John Halama — Career Comparison

John Halama built a career as a starting pitcher and Jerry Blevins as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jerry Blevins led in strikeout rate (K%+ 103 vs 76), run prevention (ERA+ 119 vs 105), and home run suppression (HR9+ 109 vs 97). John Halama held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 129 vs 106). Role difference aside, Jerry Blevins holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.