J. J. Putz vs. Gary Waslewski — Career Comparison

Gary Waslewski built a career as a starting pitcher and J. J. Putz as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. J. J. Putz led in walk avoidance (BB%+ 130 vs 79), strikeout rate (K%+ 119 vs 83), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 121 vs 87). Gary Waslewski held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 113 vs 109). Role difference aside, J. J. Putz holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.