Jacob deGrom vs. Braden Looper — Career Comparison

Jacob deGrom built a career as a starting pitcher and Braden Looper 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 67), home run suppression (HR9+ 130 vs 84), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 132 vs 88). Braden Looper held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 133 vs 126). Role difference aside, Jacob deGrom holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.