David Hernandez vs. Buster Narum — Career Comparison

Buster Narum built a career as a starting pitcher and David Hernandez as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. David Hernandez led in strikeout rate (K%+ 105 vs 81), walk avoidance (BB%+ 92 vs 83), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 89 vs 83). Buster Narum held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 85 vs 74). Role difference aside, David Hernandez holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.