Del Howard vs. John Stephens — Career Comparison

Looking at the career totals, Del Howard and John Stephens are closely matched on the surface stats. John Stephens posted stronger numbers in OPS (.665 vs .644) and on-base percentage (.343 vs .318). Del Howard had the advantage in home run production (6 career HR at a higher rate). By the career numbers, John Stephens had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.