Michael Kohn vs. Jerry Koosman — Career Comparison

Jerry Koosman built a career as a starting pitcher and Michael Kohn as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jerry Koosman posted stronger surface numbers — ERA 3.36 and WHIP 1.290 compared to 3.52 and 1.461 for Michael Kohn. By the career numbers, Jerry Koosman had the better of this cross-role comparison — though era context would sharpen the verdict.