Frank Hoffman vs. Chick Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Frank Hoffman posted a stronger line than Chick Smith. Frank Hoffman posted stronger numbers in ERA (2.77 vs 3.57) and WHIP (1.385 vs 1.472). By the career numbers, Frank Hoffman 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.