Jason Simontacchi vs. Mike Strahler — Career Comparison

Jason Simontacchi built a career as a starting pitcher and Mike Strahler as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Mike Strahler led in run prevention (ERA+ 98 vs 91), strikeout rate (K%+ 80 vs 75), and home run suppression (HR9+ 86 vs 83). Jason Simontacchi held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 105 vs 91). Role difference aside, Mike Strahler holds a clear edge on every meaningful shared measure.