Dave Dowling vs. Brian Johnson — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Dave Dowling posted a stronger line than Brian Johnson. Dave Dowling posted stronger numbers in ERA (1.8 vs 4.74) and WHIP (1.200 vs 1.573). By the career numbers, Dave Dowling 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.