Joe Cobb vs. John Hawkins — Career Comparison
A full statistical comparison isn't possible here, but the available career numbers offer some indication. Joe Cobb had the edge in on-base percentage (1.000 vs .231). By the career numbers, Joe Cobb had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.
Hitting Stats for Joe Cobb and John Hawkins
Joe Cobb
Career
Per 600 PA
1.5
1.5
John Hawkins
Career
Per 600 PA
0.385
0.385
Joe Cobb
Career
Per 600 PA
1
1
John Hawkins
Career
Per 600 PA
0.231
0.231
Joe Cobb
Career
Per 600 PA
John Hawkins
Career
Per 600 PA
0.127
0.127
Joe Cobb
Career
Per 600 PA
0.34
205.73
John Hawkins
Career
Per 600 PA
0.23
10.84