Red Howell vs. Red Smith — Career Comparison

Looking at the career totals, Red Howell and Red Smith are closely matched on the surface stats. Red Howell posted stronger numbers in OPS (.831 vs .731) and on-base percentage (.545 vs .353). Red Smith had the advantage in slugging (.377 vs .286). By the career numbers, Red Howell had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.