Robbie Ray vs. Jackson Stephens — Career Comparison

Robbie Ray built a career as a starting pitcher and Jackson Stephens as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Robbie Ray led in strikeout rate (K%+ 132 vs 80), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 102 vs 94), and run prevention (ERA+ 102 vs 96). Jackson Stephens held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 134 vs 89). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Robbie Ray.