Gibson Alba vs. Darin Downs — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Gibson Alba posted a stronger line than Darin Downs. Gibson Alba posted stronger numbers in ERA (2.7 vs 4.76) and WHIP (0.900 vs 1.401). By the career numbers, Gibson Alba 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.