Ernie Cox vs. Unknown Howard — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Ernie Cox posted a stronger line than Unknown Howard. Ernie Cox posted stronger numbers in ERA (18 vs 54) and WHIP (3.000 vs 15.000). By the career numbers, Ernie Cox 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.