Steve Falteisek vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Steve Falteisek posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Steve Falteisek posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.85 vs 10.38) and WHIP (1.600 vs 1.846). By the career numbers, Steve Falteisek 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.