Jim Abbott vs. Arthur Coleman — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Arthur Coleman posted a stronger line than Jim Abbott. Arthur Coleman posted stronger numbers in ERA (6.75 vs 20.25) and WHIP (2.083 vs 3.750). By the career numbers, Arthur Coleman had the better of this comparison — though ERA and WHIP alone don't account for era, park factors, or the defenses each pitcher worked behind.