Luis Castillo vs. Hunter Strickland — Career Comparison

Luis Castillo built a career as a starting pitcher and Hunter Strickland as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Luis Castillo led in strikeout rate (K%+ 108 vs 88), walk avoidance (BB%+ 113 vs 97), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 108 vs 96). Hunter Strickland held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 124 vs 111). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Luis Castillo.