Brian Edmondson vs. Philip Humber — Career Comparison

Philip Humber built a career as a starting pitcher and Brian Edmondson 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 68), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 93 vs 85), and home run suppression (HR9+ 93 vs 90). Brian Edmondson held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 91 vs 88). Role difference aside, Philip Humber holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.