Steve Hathaway vs. Norge Ruiz — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Steve Hathaway posted a stronger line than Norge Ruiz. Steve Hathaway posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.91 vs 7.11) and WHIP (1.636 vs 1.947). By the career numbers, Steve Hathaway 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.