Walt Masterson vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Walt Masterson posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Walt Masterson posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.15 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.515 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Walt Masterson 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.