Jason Simontacchi vs. Kirby Yates — Career Comparison

Jason Simontacchi built a career as a starting pitcher and Kirby Yates as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Kirby Yates led in strikeout rate (K%+ 133 vs 75), skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 96 vs 86), and run prevention (ERA+ 97 vs 91). Jason Simontacchi held the edge in walk avoidance (BB%+ 105 vs 90). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Kirby Yates.