Jimmy Nelson vs. Randy St. Claire — Career Comparison

Jimmy Nelson built a career as a starting pitcher and Randy St. Claire as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jimmy Nelson led in strikeout rate (K%+ 105 vs 74), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 108 vs 98), and run prevention (ERA+ 105 vs 96). Randy St. Claire held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 119 vs 95). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Jimmy Nelson.