Larry Colton vs. Chick Holmes — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Larry Colton posted a stronger line than Chick Holmes. Larry Colton posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.5 vs 13.5) and WHIP (1.500 vs 2.500). By the career numbers, Larry Colton 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.