Corey Knebel vs. Andy Sonnanstine — Career Comparison

Andy Sonnanstine built a career as a starting pitcher and Corey Knebel as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Corey Knebel led in run prevention (ERA+ 146 vs 90), strikeout rate (K%+ 139 vs 101), and home run suppression (HR9+ 112 vs 96). Andy Sonnanstine held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 172 vs 85). Role difference aside, Corey Knebel holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.