Starters are worse than relievers on a per-inning basis when the former toss multiple innings per outing, but once starters move to shorter stints, the discrepancy should fall away as their stuff plays up and they garner more favorable matchups. However, as with any move to a new role after a long season in a different one, there is some risk involved.
The Philadelphia Phillies will give pitcher Ranger Suarez an extra day of rest after he threw in relief in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday and instead turn to righty Noah Syndergaard to start Game 3.