Charlie Gassaway vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Charlie Gassaway posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Charlie Gassaway posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.04 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.547 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Charlie Gassaway 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.