Jerry Garvin vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Jerry Garvin posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Jerry Garvin posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.43 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.467 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Jerry Garvin 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.