Josh Lindblom vs. Red Swanson — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Josh Lindblom posted a stronger line than Red Swanson. Josh Lindblom posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.78 vs 4.9) and WHIP (1.431 vs 1.587). By the career numbers, Josh Lindblom 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.