Nick Hagadone vs. Brian Van Belle — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Nick Hagadone posted a stronger line than Brian Van Belle. Nick Hagadone posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.72 vs 5.4) and WHIP (1.403 vs 1.560). By the career numbers, Nick Hagadone 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.