Doug Fister vs. Scott Stewart — Career Comparison

Doug Fister built a career as a starting pitcher and Scott Stewart as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Scott Stewart led in strikeout rate (K%+ 108 vs 81), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 122 vs 103), and home run suppression (HR9+ 125 vs 112). Doug Fister held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 148 vs 133). Role difference aside, Scott Stewart holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.