Pedro Martinez vs. Keiichi Yabu — Career Comparison

Pedro Martinez built a career as a starting pitcher and Keiichi Yabu 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 strikeout rate (K%+ 141 vs 89), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 113 vs 99), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 105 vs 92). Keiichi Yabu held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 176 vs 102). Role difference aside, Pedro Martinez holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.