Jake Odorizzi vs. Mike Strahler — Career Comparison

Jake Odorizzi built a career as a starting pitcher and Mike Strahler as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Jake Odorizzi led in strikeout rate (K%+ 103 vs 80), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 96 vs 89), and run prevention (ERA+ 103 vs 98). Role difference aside, Jake Odorizzi holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.