David Lee vs. Justin Thompson — Career Comparison

Justin Thompson built a career as a starting pitcher and David Lee as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Justin Thompson led in walk avoidance (BB%+ 103 vs 78), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 107 vs 92), and run prevention (ERA+ 122 vs 117). David Lee held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 122 vs 120). Role difference aside, Justin Thompson holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.