Bill Gatewood vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Bill Gatewood posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Bill Gatewood posted stronger numbers in ERA (3.67 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.354 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Bill Gatewood 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.