Brian Barkley vs. J. J. Thobe — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, J. J. Thobe posted a stronger line than Brian Barkley. J. J. Thobe posted stronger numbers in ERA (9 vs 9.82) and WHIP (2.250 vs 2.364). By the career numbers, J. J. Thobe 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.