Raymond Austin vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Raymond Austin posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Raymond Austin posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.81 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.557 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Raymond Austin 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.