Frank Viola vs. Mike Walker — Career Comparison

Frank Viola built a career as a starting pitcher and Mike Walker as a reliever — different jobs with different demands — but on the metrics that apply to both, a comparison is still worth making. Frank Viola led in strikeout rate (K%+ 114 vs 57), walk avoidance (BB%+ 113 vs 81), and skill-based run prevention (DICE+ 95 vs 88). Mike Walker held the edge in home run suppression (HR9+ 167 vs 73). Keeping the role difference in mind, the edge still goes to Frank Viola.