Mike DeJean vs. Philip Humber — Career Comparison

Philip Humber built a career as a starting pitcher and Mike DeJean as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Philip Humber led in strikeout rate (K%+ 99 vs 79), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 93 vs 89), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 101 vs 98). Mike DeJean held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 100 vs 88). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Philip Humber.