Babe Doty vs. Bill Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Babe Doty posted a stronger line than Bill Smith. Babe Doty posted stronger numbers in ERA (1 vs 4.21) and WHIP (1.111 vs 1.507). By the career numbers, Babe Doty 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.