Connelly Early vs. John Smoltz — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Connelly Early posted a stronger line than John Smoltz. Connelly Early posted stronger numbers in ERA (2.33 vs 3.33) and WHIP (1.086 vs 1.200). By the career numbers, Connelly Early 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.