Scott Fredrickson vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Scott Fredrickson posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Scott Fredrickson posted stronger numbers in ERA (6.21 vs 10.38) and WHIP (1.793 vs 1.846). By the career numbers, Scott Fredrickson 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.