Jerry Koosman vs. Hunter Strickland — Career Comparison

Jerry Koosman built a career as a starting pitcher and Hunter Strickland as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jerry Koosman led in strikeout rate (K%+ 109 vs 88), walk avoidance (BB%+ 102 vs 97), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 101 vs 96). Hunter Strickland held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 115 vs 95). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Jerry Koosman.