Keith Comstock vs. Sam Deduno — Career Comparison

Sam Deduno built a career as a starting pitcher and Keith Comstock as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Keith Comstock led in strikeout rate (K%+ 142 vs 86), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 113 vs 95), and run prevention (ERA+ 107 vs 97). Sam Deduno held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 151 vs 117). Role difference aside, Keith Comstock holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.