Jeff McCurry vs. Robbie Ray — Career Comparison

Robbie Ray built a career as a starting pitcher and Jeff McCurry as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Robbie Ray led in strikeout rate (K%+ 132 vs 55), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 102 vs 72), and home run suppression (HR9+ 89 vs 65). Jeff McCurry held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 90 vs 78). Role difference aside, Robbie Ray holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.