Abraham Bailey vs. Mickey Welch — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Mickey Welch posted a stronger line than Abraham Bailey. Mickey Welch posted stronger numbers in ERA (2.71 vs 4.59) and WHIP (1.226 vs 1.536). By the career numbers, Mickey Welch 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.