Dell Darling vs. Matt LaPorta — Career Comparison

Looking at the career totals, Dell Darling and Matt LaPorta are closely matched on the surface stats. Matt LaPorta posted stronger numbers in slugging (.393 vs .354) and home run production (31 career HR at a higher rate). Dell Darling had the advantage in on-base percentage (.340 vs .303). By the career numbers, Matt LaPorta had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.