Jacob deGrom vs. Carlos Estevez — Career Comparison

Jacob deGrom built a career as a starting pitcher and Carlos Estevez as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jacob deGrom led in strikeout rate (K%+ 130 vs 98), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 132 vs 102), and run prevention (ERA+ 139 vs 111). Role difference aside, Jacob deGrom holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.