Tom Dettore vs. Philip Humber — Career Comparison

Philip Humber built a career as a starting pitcher and Tom Dettore as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Tom Dettore led in strikeout rate (K%+ 107 vs 99), walk avoidance (BB%+ 103 vs 101), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 94 vs 93). Philip Humber held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 88 vs 78). Role difference aside, Tom Dettore holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.