Bob Botz vs. Josh James — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Bob Botz posted a stronger line than Josh James. Bob Botz posted stronger numbers in ERA (3.43 vs 4.64) and home runs allowed (1 per nine innings vs 1.52). By the career numbers, Bob Botz 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.