Craig Anderson vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Craig Anderson posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Craig Anderson posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.1 vs 10.38) and WHIP (1.607 vs 1.846). By the career numbers, Craig Anderson 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.