James Paxton vs. Anthony Telford — Career Comparison

James Paxton built a career as a starting pitcher and Anthony Telford as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. James Paxton led in strikeout rate (K%+ 123 vs 88), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 136 vs 105), and run prevention (ERA+ 120 vs 111). Anthony Telford held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 120 vs 112). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to James Paxton.