Scott Barnes vs. Steve Bechler — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Scott Barnes posted a stronger line than Steve Bechler. Scott Barnes posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.2 vs 13.5) and WHIP (1.265 vs 2.143). By the career numbers, Scott Barnes 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.