Dallas Braden vs. Ryan Webb — Career Comparison

Dallas Braden built a career as a starting pitcher and Ryan Webb as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Dallas Braden led in run prevention (ERA+ 119 vs 110), strikeout rate (K%+ 83 vs 75), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 130 vs 125). Ryan Webb held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 212 vs 159). Role difference aside, Dallas Braden holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.