Scott Elarton vs. Carson Spiers — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Scott Elarton posted a stronger line than Carson Spiers. Scott Elarton posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.29 vs 5.69) and WHIP (1.444 vs 1.573). By the career numbers, Scott Elarton 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.