Tim Byrdak vs. Philip Humber — Career Comparison

Philip Humber built a career as a starting pitcher and Tim Byrdak as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Tim Byrdak led in run prevention (ERA+ 116 vs 88), strikeout rate (K%+ 114 vs 99), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 96 vs 93). Philip Humber held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 101 vs 78). Role difference aside, Tim Byrdak holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.