Keith Comstock vs. Jimmy Nelson — Career Comparison

Jimmy Nelson 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 105), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 113 vs 108), and run prevention (ERA+ 107 vs 105). Jimmy Nelson held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 95 vs 79). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Keith Comstock.