Brian Fuentes vs. Ross Ohlendorf — Career Comparison

Ross Ohlendorf built a career as a starting pitcher and Brian Fuentes as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Brian Fuentes led in strikeout rate (K%+ 115 vs 88), run prevention (ERA+ 124 vs 104), and home run suppression (HR9+ 104 vs 88). Ross Ohlendorf held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 102 vs 101). Role difference aside, Brian Fuentes holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.