Pedro Martinez vs. Shingo Takatsu — Career Comparison

Pedro Martinez built a career as a starting pitcher and Shingo Takatsu as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Pedro Martinez led in skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 113 vs 91), home run suppression (HR9+ 102 vs 80), and strikeout rate (K%+ 141 vs 120). Shingo Takatsu held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 136 vs 109). Role difference aside, Pedro Martinez holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.