Runelvys Hernandez vs. Bob James — Career Comparison

Runelvys Hernandez built a career as a starting pitcher and Bob James as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Bob James led in strikeout rate (K%+ 121 vs 73), walk avoidance (BB%+ 118 vs 77), and run prevention (ERA+ 111 vs 77). Role difference aside, Bob James holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.