Ed FitzGerald vs. Jimmy Smith — Career Comparison

On the career numbers, Ed FitzGerald posted the stronger offensive profile against Jimmy Smith. Ed FitzGerald posted stronger numbers in OPS (.660 vs .571) and on-base percentage (.324 vs .265). Jimmy Smith had the advantage in home run production (12 career HR at a higher rate). By the career numbers, Ed FitzGerald had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.