Denny Lemaster vs. Mike Willis — Career Comparison

Denny Lemaster built a career as a starting pitcher and Mike Willis as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Denny Lemaster led in strikeout rate (K%+ 117 vs 87), run prevention (ERA+ 95 vs 81), and home run suppression (HR9+ 72 vs 61). Mike Willis held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 100 vs 95). Role difference aside, Denny Lemaster holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.