Herb Cobb vs. Unknown Stovall — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Unknown Stovall posted a stronger line than Herb Cobb. Unknown Stovall posted stronger numbers in ERA (13.5 vs 36) and WHIP (1.500 vs 4.000). By the career numbers, Unknown Stovall 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.