Frank Lankford vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Frank Lankford posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Frank Lankford posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.95 vs 10.38) and WHIP (1.525 vs 1.846). By the career numbers, Frank Lankford 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.