John Coleman vs. Chick Holmes — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Chick Holmes posted a stronger line than John Coleman. Chick Holmes posted stronger numbers in ERA (13.5 vs 21.6) and WHIP (2.500 vs 4.200). By the career numbers, Chick Holmes 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.