Mike Foltynewicz vs. Al Kellett — Career Comparison

Mike Foltynewicz built a career as a starting pitcher and Al Kellett as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Mike Foltynewicz posted stronger surface numbers — ERA 4.52 and WHIP 1.327 compared to 6.3 and 2.100 for Al Kellett. By the career numbers, Mike Foltynewicz had the better of this cross-role comparison — though era context would sharpen the verdict.