Jack Fisher vs. Bob Macdonald — Career Comparison

Jack Fisher built a career as a starting pitcher and Bob Macdonald as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Bob Macdonald led in run prevention (ERA+ 101 vs 74), strikeout rate (K%+ 90 vs 77), and home run suppression (HR9+ 90 vs 77). Jack Fisher held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 115 vs 100). Role difference aside, Bob Macdonald holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.