Keith Comstock vs. Mickey McDermott — Career Comparison

Mickey McDermott 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 107), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 113 vs 93), and run prevention (ERA+ 107 vs 98). Mickey McDermott held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 137 vs 117). Role difference aside, Keith Comstock holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.