Phil Irwin vs. Brian Looney — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Phil Irwin posted a stronger line than Brian Looney. Phil Irwin posted stronger numbers in ERA (7.27 vs 11.37) and WHIP (2.077 vs 2.447). By the career numbers, Phil Irwin 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.