Dave Borkowski vs. Philip Humber — Career Comparison

Philip Humber built a career as a starting pitcher and Dave Borkowski as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Philip Humber led in run prevention (ERA+ 88 vs 78), strikeout rate (K%+ 99 vs 91), and home run suppression (HR9+ 93 vs 90). Dave Borkowski held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 115 vs 101). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Philip Humber.