Teddy Higuera vs. Brandon Lyon — Career Comparison

Teddy Higuera built a career as a starting pitcher and Brandon Lyon as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Teddy Higuera led in strikeout rate (K%+ 128 vs 81), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 118 vs 103), and run prevention (ERA+ 119 vs 103). Brandon Lyon held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 145 vs 112). Role difference aside, Teddy Higuera holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.