Charlie Cady vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Charlie Cady posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Charlie Cady posted stronger numbers in ERA (3.77 vs 9) and WHIP (1.558 vs 2.333). By the career numbers, Charlie Cady 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.