Mike Balas vs. Paul Hinrichs — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Mike Balas posted a stronger line than Paul Hinrichs. Mike Balas posted stronger numbers in ERA (6.75 vs 21.6) and WHIP (2.250 vs 3.300). By the career numbers, Mike Balas 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.