Ricky Bones vs. Chuck Hartenstein — Career Comparison

Ricky Bones built a career as a starting pitcher and Chuck Hartenstein as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Chuck Hartenstein led in strikeout rate (K%+ 71 vs 58), walk avoidance (BB%+ 127 vs 116), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 89 vs 85). Ricky Bones held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 100 vs 83). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Chuck Hartenstein.