Keith Comstock vs. John Denny — Career Comparison

John Denny 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 77), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 113 vs 95), and run prevention (ERA+ 107 vs 103). John Denny held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 93 vs 79). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Keith Comstock.