Steve Bechler vs. J. D. Smart — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, J. D. Smart posted a stronger line than Steve Bechler. J. D. Smart posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.35 vs 13.5) and WHIP (1.426 vs 2.143). By the career numbers, J. D. Smart 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.