Derek Aucoin vs. Tim Birtsas — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Derek Aucoin posted a stronger line than Tim Birtsas. Derek Aucoin posted stronger numbers in ERA (3.38 vs 4.08) and WHIP (1.500 vs 1.564). By the career numbers, Derek Aucoin 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.