Ralph Buxton vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Ralph Buxton posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Ralph Buxton posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.25 vs 10.38) and WHIP (1.528 vs 1.846). By the career numbers, Ralph Buxton 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.