Troy Cate vs. Unknown Thompson — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Troy Cate posted a stronger line than Unknown Thompson. Troy Cate posted stronger numbers in ERA (3.38 vs 7.2) and WHIP (1.688 vs 2.000). By the career numbers, Troy Cate 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.