Larry Dierker vs. Hisanori Takahashi — Career Comparison

Larry Dierker built a career as a starting pitcher and Hisanori Takahashi as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Hisanori Takahashi led in walk avoidance (BB%+ 116 vs 102), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 103 vs 98), and strikeout rate (K%+ 105 vs 105). Larry Dierker held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 104 vs 98). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Hisanori Takahashi.