Robin Roberts vs. Keegan Thompson — Career Comparison

Robin Roberts built a career as a starting pitcher and Keegan Thompson as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Keegan Thompson led in run prevention (ERA+ 116 vs 88), strikeout rate (K%+ 94 vs 84), and home run suppression (HR9+ 80 vs 76). Robin Roberts held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 166 vs 93). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Keegan Thompson.