Taylor Buchholz vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Taylor Buchholz posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Taylor Buchholz posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.28 vs 10.38) and WHIP (1.235 vs 1.846). By the career numbers, Taylor Buchholz 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.