Michael Pineda vs. Mike Venafro — Career Comparison

Michael Pineda built a career as a starting pitcher and Mike Venafro as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Michael Pineda led in strikeout rate (K%+ 119 vs 67), walk avoidance (BB%+ 152 vs 113), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 115 vs 109). Mike Venafro held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 253 vs 99). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Michael Pineda.