Derek Lowe vs. Wandy Peralta — Career Comparison

Derek Lowe built a career as a starting pitcher and Wandy Peralta as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Derek Lowe led in skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 103 vs 81), walk avoidance (BB%+ 109 vs 92), and home run suppression (HR9+ 133 vs 120). Wandy Peralta held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 106 vs 94). Role difference aside, Derek Lowe holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.