Brad Boxberger vs. Bryn Smith — Career Comparison

Bryn Smith built a career as a starting pitcher and Brad Boxberger as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Brad Boxberger led in strikeout rate (K%+ 138 vs 91), run prevention (ERA+ 123 vs 109), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 108 vs 103). Bryn Smith held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 132 vs 89). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Brad Boxberger.