Herman Gordon vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Herman Gordon posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Herman Gordon posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.78 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.723 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Herman Gordon 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.