Mike Paxton vs. Anthony Telford — Career Comparison

Mike 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. Mike Paxton led in strikeout rate (K%+ 95 vs 88), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 111 vs 105), and walk avoidance (BB%+ 124 vs 120). Anthony Telford held the edge in run prevention (ERA+ 111 vs 92). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Mike Paxton.