Unknown Latimer vs. John Mitchell — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Unknown Latimer posted a stronger line than John Mitchell. Unknown Latimer posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.06 vs 4.35) and WHIP (1.422 vs 1.550). By the career numbers, Unknown Latimer 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.