Andy Messersmith vs. Steven Wilson — Career Comparison

Andy Messersmith built a career as a starting pitcher and Steven Wilson as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Andy Messersmith led in strikeout rate (K%+ 121 vs 100), home run suppression (HR9+ 103 vs 89), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 104 vs 93). Steven Wilson held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 117 vs 116). Role difference aside, Andy Messersmith holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.