Scott McGregor vs. Paul Sewald — Career Comparison

Scott McGregor built a career as a starting pitcher and Paul Sewald as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Paul Sewald led in strikeout rate (K%+ 114 vs 71), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 104 vs 93), and run prevention (ERA+ 105 vs 101). Scott McGregor held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 140 vs 121). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Paul Sewald.