Red Horse Etheridge vs. Unknown Patterson — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Red Horse Etheridge posted a stronger line than Unknown Patterson. Red Horse Etheridge posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.26 vs 7.71) and WHIP (1.421 vs 1.714). By the career numbers, Red Horse Etheridge 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.