Bryce Elder vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Bryce Elder posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Bryce Elder posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.58 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.360 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Bryce Elder 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.