Joe Cobb vs. Bert James — 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 .400). 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 Bert James
Joe Cobb
Career
Per 600 PA
1.5
1.5
Bert James
Career
Per 600 PA
0.75
0.75
Joe Cobb
Career
Per 600 PA
1
1
Bert James
Career
Per 600 PA
0.4
0.4
Joe Cobb
Career
Per 600 PA
0.34
205.73
Bert James
Career
Per 600 PA
3.64
87.44