David Purcey vs. Gary Waslewski — Career Comparison

Gary Waslewski built a career as a starting pitcher and David Purcey as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. David Purcey led in strikeout rate (K%+ 100 vs 83), walk avoidance (BB%+ 84 vs 79), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 88 vs 87). Gary Waslewski held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 113 vs 85). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to David Purcey.