Scott Erickson vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Scott Erickson posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Scott Erickson posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.59 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.475 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Scott Erickson 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.