Darrell May vs. Hector Neris — Career Comparison

Darrell May built a career as a starting pitcher and Hector Neris as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Hector Neris led in run prevention (ERA+ 127 vs 98), strikeout rate (K%+ 124 vs 96), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 96 vs 88). Darrell May held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 112 vs 106). Role difference aside, Hector Neris holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.