Alf Anderson vs. John Orton — Career Comparison

On the career numbers, Alf Anderson posted the stronger offensive profile against John Orton. Alf Anderson posted stronger numbers in OPS (.589 vs .540) and on-base percentage (.300 vs .265). John Orton had the advantage in home run production (4 career HR at a higher rate). By the career numbers, Alf Anderson had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.