John Buzhardt vs. Steve Farr — Career Comparison

John Buzhardt built a career as a starting pitcher and Steve Farr as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Steve Farr led in strikeout rate (K%+ 122 vs 64), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 104 vs 88), and run prevention (ERA+ 102 vs 88). John Buzhardt held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 103 vs 98). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Steve Farr.