Bob Miller vs. Robbie Ray — Career Comparison

Robbie Ray built a career as a starting pitcher and Bob Miller 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 71), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 102 vs 84), and run prevention (ERA+ 102 vs 91). Bob Miller held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 94 vs 78). Role difference aside, Robbie Ray holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.