Jharel Cotton vs. Troy Mattes — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Jharel Cotton posted a stronger line than Troy Mattes. Jharel Cotton posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.5 vs 6) and WHIP (1.328 vs 1.644). By the career numbers, Jharel Cotton 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.