Rankin Johnson vs. Red Ruffing — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Rankin Johnson posted a stronger line than Red Ruffing. Rankin Johnson posted stronger numbers in ERA (2.92 vs 3.8) and WHIP (1.227 vs 1.341). By the career numbers, Rankin Johnson 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.