Dennis Cook vs. Andy Hassler — Career Comparison

Andy Hassler built a career as a starting pitcher and Dennis Cook as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Andy Hassler led in home run suppression (HR9+ 161 vs 57), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 100 vs 84), and run prevention (ERA+ 100 vs 90). Dennis Cook held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 127 vs 83). Role difference aside, Andy Hassler holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.