Aaron Laffey vs. Jeff Montgomery — Career Comparison

Aaron Laffey built a career as a starting pitcher and Jeff Montgomery as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jeff Montgomery led in strikeout rate (K%+ 104 vs 63), walk avoidance (BB%+ 118 vs 82), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 96 vs 86). Aaron Laffey held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 122 vs 81). Role difference aside, Jeff Montgomery holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.