Dave Elder vs. Shad Williams — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Dave Elder posted a stronger line than Shad Williams. Dave Elder posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.62 vs 8.59) and WHIP (1.737 vs 2.352). By the career numbers, Dave 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.