Larry Dierker vs. David Herndon — Career Comparison

Larry Dierker built a career as a starting pitcher and David Herndon as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Larry Dierker led in strikeout rate (K%+ 105 vs 68), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 98 vs 91), and run prevention (ERA+ 104 vs 101). David Herndon held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 156 vs 91). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Larry Dierker.