10-28-2009, 10:52 PM
While we're on the topic of both Marmol and Parker... they're actually fantastic comparisons. They have very similar K/9, BB/9, and K/BB in the minors and are both converted position players. Assuming Parker hits the big leagues next year, they will both be starting at the major league level at the same age (disregarding Marmol's shitty stint as a starter in '06).
The differences are Marmol started almost all of the games he played in the minors, Marmol allowed slightly less BBs, Parker K'ed slightly more, and Parker had a significantly better WHIP and hits per 9. It's a very good comp.
The differences are Marmol started almost all of the games he played in the minors, Marmol allowed slightly less BBs, Parker K'ed slightly more, and Parker had a significantly better WHIP and hits per 9. It's a very good comp.