Michael Kopech vs. Steve Wilson — Career Comparison

Michael Kopech built a career as a starting pitcher and Steve Wilson as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Steve Wilson led in walk avoidance (BB%+ 111 vs 58), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 100 vs 78), and strikeout rate (K%+ 104 vs 100). Michael Kopech held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 95 vs 81). Role difference aside, Steve Wilson holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.