Jack Flaherty vs. Brad Thompson — Career Comparison

Jack Flaherty built a career as a starting pitcher and Brad Thompson as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jack Flaherty led in strikeout rate (K%+ 127 vs 60), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 114 vs 94), and run prevention (ERA+ 117 vs 105). Brad Thompson held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 137 vs 100). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Jack Flaherty.