Edwin Jackson vs. Denny Riddleberger — Career Comparison

Edwin Jackson built a career as a starting pitcher and Denny Riddleberger as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Denny Riddleberger led in run prevention (ERA+ 118 vs 83), strikeout rate (K%+ 115 vs 98), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 96 vs 83). Edwin Jackson held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 93 vs 70). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Denny Riddleberger.