Bob Barthelson vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Bob Barthelson posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Bob Barthelson posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.66 vs 10.38) and home runs allowed (1.86 per nine innings vs 2.08). By the career numbers, Bob Barthelson 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.