Larry Dierker vs. Jackson Stephens — Career Comparison

Larry Dierker built a career as a starting pitcher and Jackson Stephens 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 80), run prevention (ERA+ 104 vs 96), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 98 vs 94). Jackson Stephens held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 134 vs 91). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Larry Dierker.