Justin Lawrence vs. Taylor Thompson — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Justin Lawrence posted a stronger line than Taylor Thompson. Justin Lawrence posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.02 vs 10.13) and WHIP (1.597 vs 2.438). By the career numbers, Justin Lawrence 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.